Program Manager – Early Childhood Education
Meaningful Beginnings · 25 43rd Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403, USA ·
- Category
- Project management
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Salary
- USD 70,000 / year
Program Manager at an early childhood education center (opening Summer 2026) who supports daily operations, classroom coverage and Title 22 ratio compliance, coaches and trains teachers, engages families, and maintains curriculum and licensing documentation. Core focus: ECE leadership, Title 22 compliance, and tools like Learning Genie and DRDP.
About the Role:
The Program Manager plays a key leadership role in supporting daily operations, classroom quality, and staff development. Working closely with the Director, this role ensures classrooms run smoothly, teachers are supported, families are engaged, and licensing standards are consistently met. This position helps create a stable, high-quality, and well-supported learning environment for children and staff.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Coverage:
- Support daily staffing, classroom coverage, and ratio compliance (Title 22)
- Assist with scheduling, transitions, and daily program flow
- Ensure classrooms are prepared, safe, and fully stocked each day
- Communicate operational needs to the Director
Staff Support & Coaching:
- Provide real-time classroom support and teacher coaching
- Assist with onboarding and training of new staff
- Conduct classroom walkthroughs and support instructional quality
- Support staff communication, teamwork, and accountability
Family Engagement:
- Serve as a supportive point of contact for families
- Communicate daily updates, reminders, and concerns
- Support tours and family interactions as needed
- Help strengthen positive school-family relationships
Program & Curriculum Support:
- Support curriculum implementation across classrooms
- Review documentation (Learning Genie, DRDP, portfolios)
- Help ensure developmentally appropriate practices are followed
- Support classroom environment quality and organization
Administrative Support
- Assist with documentation, files, and compliance records
- Support incident reports, logs, and required paperwork
- Help prepare for licensing visits and staff meetings
- Maintain organization of shared spaces and supplies
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in Early Childhood Education or leadership support role
- Strong understanding of Title 22 licensing and ratios
- Knowledge of child development (ages 0–6)
- Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills
- Ability to coach and support staff in a positive, professional way
- CPR/First Aid certified or willing to obtain
- ECE coursework or permit preferred
What We Offer:
- 50% employer-paid medical insurance
- Childcare tuition discount
- Paid professional development and training
- Up to $10,000/year ELFA stipend eligibility
- 3 weeks paid vacation (eligible roles)
- Paid holidays (13+ per year)
- Sign-on bonus offered at 90-day and 6-month milestones
- Growth opportunities into leadership roles
To Apply:
Submit your resume or a brief message sharing your experience in early childhood education and interest in the Program Manager role. You may also send your application directly to [email protected].
Work schedule
- Monday to Friday
Pay: Starting at $70,000.00 per year