Director of Educational Services

Job Description

Job Description

Spherion Staffing is partnering with a premier, highly respected educational organization in the Spokane area to recruit a temporary Director for a 6-month contract assignment .

This is an exceptional leadership opportunity for an experienced administrator who thrives in an environment dedicated to holistic, child-centered development and specialized educational philosophies. You will oversee daily operations, champion a supportive staff culture, and ensure compliance and excellence while the organization navigates a transitional period.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Leadership: Oversee the daily operations of a well-established educational organization, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and high-quality environment for students and staff.
• Staff Management & Mentorship: Lead, support, and schedule a dedicated team of educators. Foster a collaborative culture that respects individualized, child-led learning methodologies.
• Regulatory Compliance: Maintain strict adherence to Washington State licensing requirements (DCYF), health department codes, and internal organizational policies.
• Family & Community Relations: Act as the primary point of contact for families, managing enrollments, addressing inquiries, and maintaining strong, positive community relationships.
• Administrative Oversight: Manage center budgets, track attendance and billing, coordinate specialized educational materials, and ensure smooth administrative workflows.

Qualifications:

• Experience: Minimum of 2–3 years of proven experience as an Educational Director, Assistant Director, or Program Administrator.
• Philosophy Alignment: Strong familiarity or experience working within specialized, student-centered educational frameworks (experience with independent, self-directed learning models is highly preferred).
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Childhood Education, Child Development, Business Administration, or a closely related field. Must meet Washington State DCYF staff qualifications for a Center Director.
• Compliance & Credentials: Active MERIT profile with completed background check, or immediate eligibility to pass one. Must hold (or quickly obtain) CPR/First Aid certification, Food Handler’s Permit, and a negative TB test.
• Skills: Exceptional leadership, communication, conflict resolution, and organizational skills.

What This Position Offers:

• A leadership role within a highly organized, peaceful, and prestigious educational community.
• Competitive compensation and a predictable, full-time schedule.

Apply today with Spherion Staffing to lead a phenomenal team of educators making a daily difference!

Work with a team that actually misses you when you're gone! Spherion offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible associates, including:

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, WA Sick Pay.
Incentive and recognition programs.
Life Insurance.
Short-Term Disability.
The immense satisfaction of knowing you're the Master of the Manor. \nCompany Description

We Are Local: Spherion operates with strong local roots. Decisions, placements, and investments are designed to flow back into and enrich the neighborhoods where their employees live and work.

Company Description

We Are Local: Spherion operates with strong local roots. Decisions, placements, and investments are designed to flow back into and enrich the neighborhoods where their employees live and work.