Executive Director - Childcare Center

Roman Catholic Bishop of Manchester • Manchester, NH

39d • Onsite

About The Position

St. Peter’s Home is the largest childcare center in New Hampshire. The Executive Director provides end-to-end strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of the organization, including programs and curriculum, compliance, financial management, staffing, safety, and community relationships.

Mission Statement:
The mission of our center is to provide a high-quality educational program for your children, providing care that parents can trust, an age-appropriate and supportive environment in which children can learn, which encourages individuality and self-confidence within children.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education; Master’s preferred.
• 5–10 years of progressive leadership experience in early childhood education.
• At least five years of supervisory or director-level experience.
• Meets New Hampshire Child Care Licensing Rule He-C 4002 qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of child development and early learning practices.
• Financial literacy, including budget management.
• Experience leading teams and fostering positive culture.
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification, kept current.
• Successful background checks.

Nice To Haves

• Experience leading large childcare organizations (25+ staff).
• Experience improving or scaling program quality or enrollment.
• Experience collaborating with a Board of Trustees.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards.

Responsibilities

• Program & Curriculum Leadership
• Strategic & Organizational Leadership
• Staff Leadership, Supervision & Culture
• Licensing, Compliance & Regulatory Oversight
• Family Engagement & Support
• Administrative, Financial & Operational Management
• Health, Safety & Crisis Management
• Community & External Partnerships

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Executive