Director, Early Childhood Learning Center - Hingham

Job Description

Job Description

Join our team as our newly envisioned Early Learning Center Director!

JCC Greater Boston seeks a dynamic and experienced Director for its Early Learning Center in Hingham, a year-round program serving young children and families in a nurturing, community-centered environment.

Reporting to the Senior Director of Early Learning Centers, the Director is the senior leader responsible for overseeing all aspects of the school’s operations, educational excellence, staff leadership, and family engagement. This role ensures that the center delivers a high-quality early childhood education experience while aligning with the mission, values, and strategic vision of JCC Greater Boston.

The Director will lead a talented team of educators, foster strong relationships with families and community partners, and ensure the school operates at the highest standards of educational quality, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance.

This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced early childhood leader who is passionate about building strong learning communities for children, families, and educators.

This full-time, salaried position offers a comprehensive benefits package, a supportive work environment and a competitive starting salary of $80,000 and $90,000 annually. The salary offered will ultimately be determined by relevant qualifications, experience, and JCC's internal equity. This is a great chance to join JCC Greater Boston's respected and valued, people-orientated workplace of diverse community services providers, which is rapidly growing!

The JCC is deeply committed to valuing and celebrating the uniqueness of each constituent. We welcome staff and participants from diverse backgrounds. While being proudly Jewish, we strive in every way to provide an open and welcoming setting for all, irrespective of personal practices, beliefs, or background. We are guided by JCC Greater Boston's core values: Belonging, Joyfulness, Collaboration, and Transformation, which we hope resonates with all.

Key Responsibilities

School Leadership & Strategy

Provide overall leadership for the Hingham Early Learning Center and ensure alignment with the broader JCC early childhood strategy.

• Set and maintain high standards for curriculum, teacher development, operations, and family engagement
• Lead long-term planning and continuous improvement efforts for the center
• Partner with senior leadership to ensure the school contributes to the broader vision for JCC early childhood education
• Maintain strong relationships with community partners, including Congregation Sha’aray Shalom

Educational Excellence

Ensure the delivery of a high-quality early childhood education program.

• Oversee implementation of a developmentally appropriate curriculum aligned with the Sheva Early Learning Framework and Massachusetts early learning guidelines
• Support strong teaching practice through professional development, coaching, and ongoing evaluation
• Monitor child development and assessment processes to support individualized learning and growth
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning among educators

Operations, Compliance & Enrollment

Oversee the operational and financial health of the school.

• Ensure compliance with Massachusetts EEC licensing requirements and all health and safety standards
• Manage the school’s budget and ensure responsible financial oversight
• Partner with the Enrollment Coordinator to maintain strong enrollment and optimize class structures
• Collaborate with JCC finance and administrative teams on tuition, payroll, and financial reporting
• Ensure efficient day-to-day school operations, staffing, and program delivery

Family & Community Engagement

Build a strong and welcoming community for children and families.

• Serve as the primary leader and ambassador for the school with families and the broader community
• Foster open communication with parents and address concerns with care and professionalism
• Support parent engagement initiatives and community-building programs
• Partner with marketing and enrollment teams to attract and retain families
• Lead outreach efforts including school tours, open houses, and community events

Team Leadership & Staff Development

Lead and support a high-performing team of educators and staff.

• Supervise and mentor educators, the Assistant Director, and other key staff
• Lead hiring, onboarding, evaluation, and professional development of staff
• Foster a collaborative and supportive workplace culture focused on accountability, respect, and growth
• Partner with Human Resources on recruitment, staff development, and employee relations

The Early Learning Center at JCCGB in Hingham, MA is waiting for you - Apply Now!

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required; Master’s degree strongly preferred
• Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in early childhood education or school administration
• Experience managing school operations, staffing, and regulatory compliance
• Ability to obtain Massachusetts EEC Director II certification (EEC D1 certified)
• Strong leadership, communication, and relationship-building skills
• Financial and operational management experience, including budgeting and enrollment planning
• Commitment to high-quality early childhood education and professional development
• Ability to build strong partnerships with families, staff, and community stakeholders
• Comfort working within a Jewish values-based educational environment

• Should have knowledge of education and experience in educational theory, not necessarily limited to early childhood.

Physical Requirements: While some functions may be performed remotely, this position is primarily performed in person, requires occasional local travel to our other JCC locations, and some evening and weekend work is needed to fulfill job functions. Must be able to handle a fast-paced, child-centered work environment. In the course of regular work, you may need to bend, reach, lift and carry up to 30 lbs and able to get down at eye level with children regularly. Must be able to work well in a busy, dynamic, and sometimes noisy environment involving multiple tasks and priorities. Must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required.

ADA Statement: Individuals must possess these criteria for knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation and using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Benefits

Why Work with Us?

At JCCGB, we are proud of our strong, supportive work environment where staff feel valued and connected. Our team is deeply committed to each other reflecting the positive and inclusive culture we’ve built together. We offer a competitive salary and benefits, a collaborative atmosphere, and a sense of community that fosters both personal and professional growth. We take pride in retaining exceptional staff who are passionate about their work and the people they serve. We are dedicated to a culture where all our employees may thrive. Here, you’ll not only lead, but you’ll have the opportunity to thrive within a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day.

Our staff and leadership bring experience, excellence, and commitment to everything we offer and we are dedicated to a culture where all our employees may thrive. Our culture is built on our values, driven by our mission, and nurtured through the expert contributions of our professionals.

In addition to a rewarding career within our great work environment, JCC Greater Boston proudly offers full-time employees a comprehensive and competitive benefits package that includes :

• Competitive cost-sharing Health and Dental Insurance
• JCC Sponsored/Paid Health Deductible Reimbursement Account
• JCC Sponsored/Fully Paid Group Life Insurance/LTD Coverage
• Generous paid time off supporting a quality work-life balance
• Tax-deferred 403(b) retirement savings plan and ROTH contribution options
• Voluntary Supplemental Vision Insurance
• Additional Voluntary Supplemental Life/ADD coverage for you and your family
• AbilityAssist Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Norton Cyber Security Program
• LegalEase Insurance program

JCCGB Perks! This position is eligible for a free individual membership to JCC Greater Boston's top class fitness, recreation and wellness facility in Newton – offering virtual and in-person programs including indoor swimming, many fitness classes, and workout facilities, as well as discounts to many JCCGB events, classes, outdoor pool, and more! Complimentary individual membership includes:

• Use of the Fitness Center at Leventhal-Sidman
• Access to group fit classes, Arts & Culture adult programming at member rates,
• Discounts on a variety JCCGB's fitness/wellness programs and services
• Free wellness events!
• Discounted child care at JCCGB Early Learning Centers and after-school program
• Discounted JCCGB camp tuition

Benefits are subject to review and change by the Organization, and plan documents are the primary determinant.