Grants Manager

Description The Grant Manager for Celebree School’s Pre‑K Expansion Grant is responsible for overseeing compliance, documentation, reporting, and operational support related to Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) grant requirements. This role serves as a liaison between school leadership, staff, and MSDE to ensure successful implementation and ongoing compliance of the Pre‑K Expansion Grant. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail‑oriented, collaborative, and experienced in grant oversight, program compliance, and educational operations. This individual will support school directors and teaching teams while helping maintain the integrity and quality standards of the Pre‑K Expansion Grant program. Essential Functions Monitors and supports compliance with all MSDE Pre‑K Expansion Grant requirements and regulations Conducts regular school site visits and classroom observations to ensure program fidelity and quality standards Prepares, maintains, and submits required grant documentation, reports, and supporting records Supports school directors and staff with implementation of UPK program requirements and operational expectations Assists with tracking program data, attendance, staffing requirements, and compliance benchmarks Participates in MSDE meetings, trainings, and communications as needed Serves as a resource to school leadership regarding grant expectations, timelines, and documentation procedures Identifies compliance concerns proactively and partner with leadership on corrective action plans when needed Maintains organized records and documentation for audits, reviews, and reporting purposes Collaborates with internal leadership teams to support successful program execution across assigned schools Requirements Bachelor’s Degree (degree in Early Childhood Education preferred) Previous experience with grant management, program compliance, educational administration, or related fields preferred Knowledge of Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE) processes and/or Pre‑K expansion programs strongly preferred Experience working in educational environments or with school‑based programs preferred Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines independently Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and digital reporting systems Ability to travel to assigned school locations as needed #J-18808-Ljbffr