Manager, Early Learning Center

Summary

Now Hiring: Manager, Early Learning Center

Do you have a passion for early childhood education, staff leadership, and creating a high-quality learning environment for young children? Harford Community College is seeking a Manager, Early Learning Center to lead the daily operations of our childcare and preschool center.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and support teachers and staff
• Ensure compliance with Maryland State Department of Education Office of Child Care regulations
• Build relationships with children, families, and employees
• Manage enrollment, scheduling, budgeting, and records
• Coordinate training, events, and program operations
• Help grow and maintain enrollment while fostering a welcoming and engaging environment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Human Development, a closely related field, or Maryland State Teacher Licensure
• At least 1 year of staff management experience in an early childhood, childcare, preschool, or related setting
• At least 2 years of experience working with preschool-age children
• CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications by start date
• Must reside in Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia (or be willing to relocate to meet this requirement).

Applications close November 5, 2026. Qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

https://harford.peopleadmin.com/postings/6242

Job Description

Now Hiring: Manager, Early Learning Center

Do you have a passion for early childhood education, staff leadership, and creating a high-quality learning environment for young children? Harford Community College is seeking a Manager, Early Learning Center to lead the daily operations of our childcare and preschool center.

In this role, you will:

• Lead and support teachers and staff
• Ensure compliance with Maryland State Department of Education Office of Child Care regulations
• Build relationships with children, families, and employees
• Manage enrollment, scheduling, budgeting, and records
• Coordinate training, events, and program operations
• Help grow and maintain enrollment while fostering a welcoming and engaging environment

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Childhood Special Education, Human Development, a closely related field, or Maryland State Teacher Licensure
• At least 1 year of staff management experience in an early childhood, childcare, preschool, or related setting
• At least 2 years of experience working with preschool-age children
• CPR, First Aid, and Medication Administration certifications by start date
• Must reside in Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania, Virginia, West Virginia, or the District of Columbia (or be willing to relocate to meet this requirement).

Applications close November 5, 2026. Qualified candidates are strongly encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

https://harford.peopleadmin.com/postings/6242