Early Childhood Director

Early Childhood Services Director

Who We Are

Developmental Services, Inc. (DSI) is a community-centered nonprofit dedicated to supporting individuals with disabilities and creating opportunities for full, meaningful community inclusion. Professionals can build nationally recognized skills, earn credentials, and gain hands-on experience that opens doors across healthcare and social services. At DSI, we invest in our people first - creating opportunities to grow within our organization while providing the training, mentorship, and support needed to succeed. Here, you're not just building a job - you're building a future with purpose.

Lead Programs. Support Families. Shape Early Learning.

As an Early Childhood Services Director , you lead programs that support young children and their families during some of the most important years of development. You oversee program operations, guide your leadership team, and ensure services are safe, inclusive, and high quality. Your work helps create strong foundations for children, while supporting families and staff in meaningful ways.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

Flexibility & Work-Life: Flexible scheduling with full-time and part-time opportunities*, Non-profit organization with value-driven culture
Health & Insurance: Health insurance (high-deductible plans & PPO), Dental, Vision, Accident, Critical Illness, Employer-sponsored Life Insurance, HSA/FSA/FSA Dependents
Financial & Retirement: Progressive pay structure*, Mileage Reimbursement*, Cellphone Stipend*, 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer matching
Loan Forgiveness: Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program - eligible employees may qualify to have remaining federal student loans forgiven.
Wellness & Support: DSI Wellness Program, Employee Assistance Program, Telehealth & Nurse Advocacy Line.
Professional Growth: Paid trainings, transferrable certifications, ongoing educational opportunities, internal growth opportunities, team environment.
Referral & Recognition: Employee Referral Program, Retention Bonus
*May apply depending on position

What You'll Do:

• Lead and oversee early childhood programs, including preschool and Early Head Start, to ensure safe, inclusive environments
• Support and develop management staff, while guiding teachers and strengthening family and community partnerships
• Manage program operations, budgets, enrollment, and reporting to meet the needs of children and families
• Ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation, and federal program standards

What We're Looking For:

• Experience leading early childhood programs and supporting children ages 0-5 and their families
• A collaborative leader who values family engagement, staff development, and inclusive learning environments
• Someone organized and dependable who can manage programs, budgets, and regulatory expectations
• A bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, along with a valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Ready to Get Started?

If you're passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead programs that support children, families, and communities, the Early Childhood Services Director role at DSI may be the perfect fit.