<h2><strong>Who We Are</strong></h2> <p>Vivvi is not your typical daycare or preschool! We’re reimagining child care and early learning for today’s families. We’re building high-quality, flexible, and innovative early childhood programs that support working families while creating meaningful career pathways for educators and leaders.</p> <p>Join our team at our 24-hour child care center in Huntsville, Alabama, and play a key role in building a high-quality early learning program that supports children, families, and educators.</p> <h2><strong>About the Role</strong></h2> <p>As the Program Director, you will serve as a key overnight operational leader, responsible for program quality, licensing compliance, and team performance.</p> <p>This is a highly visible leadership role focused on child care center management, staff development, and operational excellence. It’s ideal for an experienced early childhood leader who thrives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment.</p> <p>You’ll oversee overnight program operations, staffing and scheduling, regulatory compliance, and curriculum implementation aligned with Alabama’s early learning standards. In partnership with the Executive Head of School, you’ll help build a strong, inclusive, and high-performing team while ensuring children receive safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate care throughout the day and night.</p> <h2><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></h2> <h3><strong>Center Leadership & Operations</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Oversee overnightchild care center operations, including staffing, scheduling, and overnight program logistics.</li> <li>Develop and implement systems that support efficient program management and operational success.</li> <li>Support enrollment growth and family retention while managing resources effectively.</li> <li>Promote a high-quality, developmentally appropriate early childhood program across age groups.</li> <li>Ensure consistent program operations and a positive experience for children, families, and staff across all shifts.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Compliance, Licensing & Quality Assurance</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Lead licensing compliance, health and safety practices, and regulatory adherence in accordance with Alabama DHR requirements.</li> <li>Maintain accurate licensing, staffing, training, and classroom documentation.</li> <li>Support continuous quality improvement efforts and participation in Alabama Quality STARS, as applicable.</li> <li>Ensure all applicable health, safety, supervision, and nighttime care requirements are consistently followed.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Team Leadership & Staff Development</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Provide ongoing classroom coaching, mentorship, and performance feedback to overnight teaching staff.</li> <li>Support staff development and promote consistent, high-quality teaching practices.</li> <li>Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and mission-driven workplace culture.</li> <li>Build accountability and strong communication across the team, including overnight staff.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Program Oversight & Curriculum Excellence</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Guide teaching teams in lesson planning, child observation, assessment, and individualized instruction.</li> <li>Promote play-based, emergent, and inquiry-driven learning that supports the whole child.</li> <li>Support children’s development across social-emotional, communication, cognitive, physical, and health-related domains.</li> <li>Maintain high classroom-quality standards and ensure teaching practices are developmentally appropriate.</li> <li>Ensure safe sleep practices, appropriate supervision, and consistent routines for children in the overnight program.</li> </ul> <h3><strong>Family & Community Engagement</strong></h3> <ul> <li>Deliver a welcoming, supportive family experience from initial inquiry through enrollment and ongoing engagement.</li> <li>Build strong relationships with families and community partners.</li> <li>Communicate proactively with families regarding children’s experiences, development, and program needs.</li> <li>Champion an inclusive environment that respects and supports each family’s needs.</li> <li>Help strengthen family trust, engagement, and retention.</li> </ul> <h2><strong>Qualifications</strong></h2> <ul> <li>2–4 years of leadership experience in early childhood education, preschool, or child care administration</li> <li>Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field </li> <li>Meet applicable Alabama DHR qualifications for the assigned director or program director responsibilities</li> <li>Experience leading child care center operations, staff development, and licensing compliance</li> <li>General knowledge of Alabama’s Child Care Licensing and Performance Standards</li> <li>Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.</li> <li>Ability to coach and support teaching teams while maintaining high expectations for quality and accountability.</li> <li>Experience building positive relationships with families, staff, and community partners.</li> <li>A commitment to high-quality early childhood education, child development, and safe learning environments.</li> </ul> <h2><strong>Compe