Program Manager, Education

Salary : $94,609.00 - $124,135.00 Annually
Location : 800 Oakesdale Ave SW, Renton, WA
Job Type: Full-Time
Job Number: 260501001
Department: Learning, Teaching, & Family Support
Program: Early Learning
Opening Date: 06/30/2026
FLSA: Exempt


Description

Purpose Statement
The job of Manager, Early Learning Service is done for the purpose/s of implementing and managing Early Learning services (e.g. education, health, nutrition, family engagement, ERSEA, mental health, disabilities, dual language learners, etc.), planning and coordinating service area training, technical assistance, and professional development in compliance with federal and state standards and regulations, and in accordance with the PSESD goals and Early Learning Program priorities.

This job reports to Assigned Administrator.

Position is open until filled so candidates must submit application on or before best consideration date of 8/3/2026. Preliminary interviews are set for 8/10/2026 and 8/14/2026 respectively.

Essential Functions

• Assists Service Director with personnel functions (e.g. recruiting, interviewing, evaluating, supervising, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining adequate staffing, enhancing productivity of personnel and achieving objectives within budget.
• Collaborates with others (e.g. subcontractors, community partners, PSESD personnel, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring that early learning services are delivered in compliance with federal and state requirements and regulations.
• Develops long- and short-range service area plans for the purpose of delivering services in conformance with PSESD objectives.
• Embodies the principles and practices that form our culture and commitment to becoming an Antiracist Multicultural Organization for the purpose of meeting the Agency's End: Success for Each Child and Eliminating the Opportunity Gap by Leading with Racial Equity.
• Maintains a variety of manual and electronic documents, files and records for the purpose of providing up-to-date reference and audit trail for federal and state compliance and service area regulations.
• Manages assessment and evaluation activities for the purpose of collecting and analyzing relevant to the service area deliverables data, and providing recommendations and/or ensuring services are delivered in conformance with PSESD, state and federal regulations.
• Manages, implements, and coordinates the service area plan for all early learning subcontractors for the purpose of meeting federal and state requirements, budget regulations, and contractual responsibilities.
• Monitors service area for the purpose of ensuring compliance and quality activities/services are being delivered as outlined in federal and state regulations, Performance Standards and EL Program service plans.
• Oversees documentation and review of service area monitoring activities for the purpose of ensuring the Early Learning contract requirements are being met.
• Supervises personnel (e.g., provide coaching and consultation on technical issues, adaptive challenges, personnel matters, strategic opportunities, career goals, professional development, job performance, etc.) for the purpose of advancing the development of effective leaders and high performing teams and achieving agency and departmental objectives.

Other Functions
Assist other personnel as may be required for the purpose of ensuring an efficient and effective work environment.

Job-Specific Competencies

COMMUNITY AND FAMILY ENGAGEMENT : Demonstrates knowledge and expertise related to engaging with stakeholders, including children, families and communities, to promote wellness and self-sufficiency.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT OF PROGRAMS AND SYSTEMS : Collaborates with stakeholders to identify, recommend and implement improvements to Agency programs, services and processes.
DEVELOPING AND EMPOWERING OTHERS : Encourages others to work on challenging assignments that grow their skills and abilities. Supports others in identifying their own strengths and skills-gaps, and guides them in creating their own professional development plans that support current and future Agency goals.
PLANNING, ORGANIZATION, AND PRIORITIZATION : Assesses the work to be performed, and considers how it should be organized and accomplished, with appropriate priorities and realistic time parameters.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Special Education, OR Bachelor's Degree in related field AND 30 college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education;
• Experience managing or leading early childhood education programs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a comprehensive birth-5 program;
• Knowledge of early childhood curricula, screening, and assessment tools (child and classroom);
• Experience working with low income and diverse populations including dual language learners;
• Knowledge of federal and state early learning standards;
• Knowledge and experience in Part C and/or Part B special education/disabilities services;
• Experience in instructional support and/or coaching & mentoring;
• Experience and knowledge in adult learning principles and training;
• Experience in systems development and implementation;
• Experience in data quality and use to inform program planning.

We offer comprehensive benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision through the
• 24 annual leave days per year
• 12 sick days
• 12 paid holidays
• Participation in Washington State Department of Retirement System
• Tax Sheltered Annuity Plan
• Subsidized ORCA card, free parking, and access to EV car charging stations (Renton office)

01


Upon hire can you submit proof that you are legally eligible to work in U.S.?

• Yes
• No

02


Prospective staff, interns, and volunteers will have their records checked through the Washington State Patrol criminal identification system and through the Federal Bureau of Investigation via a fingerprint check using a complete Washington state criminal identification fingerprint process. Are you willing to submit to this process?

• Yes
• No

03


Are you able to demonstrate an understanding and commitment to using an equity lens?

• Yes
• No

04


Which of the following responses best represents your completed education?

• Master's Degree or Above
• Bachelor's Degree
• Associate's Degree
• High School/GED
• None of the Above

05


Have you earned a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or Early Childhood Special Education, OR Bachelor's Degree in related field AND 30 college quarter credits in Early Childhood Education

• Yes
• No

06


Do you have experience managing or leading early childhood education programs

• Yes
• No

Required Question