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Seven Hills seeks an experienced early childhood education leader.
This is a position with the primary responsibilities to coordinate, support, evaluate and lead the Early Childhood: faculty and students and their families in accordance with the Mission and philosophy of The Seven Hills School.
Program Leadership & Operations
- Oversee all aspects of the Early Childhood Education (ECE) program, ensuring alignment with school mission, values, and strategic priorities
- Define and implement the vision for the Early Childhood program
- Lead day-to-day operations, including staffing, scheduling, and program execution (7:30 AM–5:30 PM coverage)
- Plan and facilitate ECE staff meetings and contribute to division-level planning
- Recruit, hire, onboard, and develop ECE personnel, including substitute staff
- Coordinate ECE schedules, including alignment with specialists and Extended Day programming
- Oversee teacher and substitute scheduling to ensure consistent, high-quality classroom coverage
- Work closely with the Director of Extended Day (XD) for breaks and XD programming
- Manage the ECE annual budget, including current-year expenses, forecasting and planning for capital needs
- Ensure efficient and strategic use of program resources
- Work closely with Ed Admin Team to focus on school initiatives/strategic planning
- Assist with the overall evaluation of ECE student applicants (Admissions) which may include observing students during their classroom visit; pre school visits/conversations follow through with current teacher: Conduct admissions interviews with parents and help provide ECE tours
- Work closely with Epicurean to help plan and coordinate a healthy, positive meal program
Family Partnerships & Community Engagement
- Attend relevant all school functions: Back to School Nights, Admissions Evening & Weekend events and other events as agreed upon with the Asst Head and Head of School.
- Attend all All Community and Ed Admin Meetings; stay connected to local NAREA, ITP and Childcare providers
- Maintain and update ECE Family Handbook per updated licensing information
- Inform Parents/Caregivers about pedagogical practices, policies and procedures, and child development
- Coordinate with Communications coordinator to share written communication related to program components.
- Meet with parents to address concerns and questions, coach, and provide resources and strategies, and offer ECE perspective when necessary.
- Attend parent/teacher conferences when necessary
- Write communications to families regarding child development topics and updates on Early Childhood Operations.
- Plan and present two-four parent roundtables a year. Present at PIA meetings, Board meetings, other parent meetings.
Student Support, Systems & Compliance
- Ensure full compliance with California Childcare Licensing (CCL) and all school policies by interpreting and implementing state regulations and maintaining accurate licensing documentation and program records.
- Submit required reports (e.g., incident reports within 7 days) and maintain audit readiness
- Track health, safety, and medical requirements (immunizations, medications, CPR, mandated reporter training)
- Maintain accurate systems and records (attendance, Homeroom, student files, documentation)
- Conduct facilities and safety checks; coordinate maintenance requests
- Partner with the School Counselor and specialists to monitor student progress and coordinate interventions
- Support student transitions (e.g., preschool to Kindergarten) and ensure appropriate documentation and referrals
Successful Candidates will:
- Hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field (preferred)
- Possess or be eligible for a Child Development Program Director Permit (California)
- Maintain current Pediatric CPR/First Aid and required health & safety training
- Bring 3–5+ years of leadership experience in a licensed childcare/preschool setting
- Demonstrate strong instructional leadership and teacher mentorship
- Have experience managing budgets, staffing, and complex program schedules
- Show deep understanding of early childhood development and developmentally appropriate practice
- Be committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion
- Support differentiated learning and inquiry/play-based approaches
- Communicate effectively and empathetically with families and staff
- Build strong relationships and a nurturing, student-centered culture
- Foster collaboration and collegiality across teams
- Be self-aware, growth-oriented, and reflective
- Bring warmth, organization, humor, and strong communication skills
- Comfortably use technology to support learning and operations
Email cover letter and resume to Kathleen McNamara, Head of School, kmcnamara@sevenhillsschool.org