Temporary Program Director

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

Temporary Program Director – Child Care Center (3–6 Month Assignment)

Start: Late September, Early October 2026

Magic Seasons Preschool and School Age Program is seeking a dedicated and experienced Temporary Program Director to lead our child care center in Adams, MA during a transitional period. This full-time position is expected to last 3–6 months and offers an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on our program, children, families, and staff.

For the right candidate, there may be an opportunity to join our team permanently in a different leadership, teaching, or administrative role at the conclusion of the temporary assignment, based on organizational needs and mutual interest.

• Oversee the daily operations of the child care center, ensuring compliance with Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) regulations and licensing requirements.
• Support and guide teaching staff while maintaining a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Ensure the implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum and activities that promote children's learning and growth.
• Foster positive relationships with families through open communication and responsive support.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment for children, families, and staff.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, coaching, and performance management.
• Monitor program resources, supplies, and operational needs.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and quality assurance standards.
• Help maintain continuity and stability while supporting the organization's long-term goals.

Qualifications

• Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Director I Certification required.
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience managing a child care center or preschool program.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of early childhood education best practices and child development.
• Ability to build positive relationships with children, families, staff, and community partners.
• Commitment to creating an inclusive, respectful, and engaging learning environment.

Requirements:

• Meet all Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) Director I qualifications.
• Have excellent problem-solving, coaching, and critical thinking skills.
• Have at least two years of supervisory experience (preferred).
• Demonstrate knowledge of child-centered, literacy-based curriculum development and quality assurance practices.
• Possess strong management skills, including planning, organizing, motivating, and decision-making.
• Effectively prioritize multiple responsibilities within a licensed child care setting.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Build rapport with individuals from diverse cultural, ethnic, economic, and family backgrounds.
• Adapt to changing program needs and priorities.
• Maintain professionalism and positive working relationships with staff, families, vendors, and community members.
• Be in good health, free of communicable disease, and meet all required health and immunization standards.
• Be willing to provide classroom coverage when needed.

This temporary leadership opportunity is ideal for someone who enjoys guiding programs through periods of transition while making a lasting impact on children and families. In addition to a supportive team environment and opportunities for professional growth, exceptional candidates may be considered for a permanent position within the organization in a different role following the completion of this assignment.

Work Schedule: This is a 40 hours per week, 3-6 months, temporary position with possibility of permanent transition. Some meetings/events will be required, outside of traditional working hours.

Salary Range: $24 to $26 per hour, commensurate with experience. Benefits vision, and dental insurance, sick and vacation time as well as paid holidays, paid closure days, retirement plan and child care reimbursement.

CHILD CARE OF THE BERKSHIRES IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER.