How much does an Early Childhood Director make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for an Early Childhood Director in the United States is $52 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $44 and $66. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Early Childhood Director Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Early Childhood Director Salary $36 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Early Childhood Director Salary $44 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Early Childhood Director Salary $52 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Early Childhood Director Salary $66 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Early Childhood Director Salary $78 US March 26, 2024
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UHC Solutions - Los Angeles , CA
The Director of Clinic Operations is responsible for the overall planning, development, coordination, implementation and management of Clinic Operations in accordance with accepted policies and procedures. This includes personnel oversight, on- going monitoring of key performance indicators, ensuring current standards are met and maintained. The primary focus of the position includes, but is not limited to, day-to-day operations, communication, and interoffice coordination to ensure service quality and financial management. In coordination with other department leaders, this role spearheads the standardization of processes across the health center in a way that contributes to an enhanced experience for staff and patients. CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES (Essential Duties): • Provides Administrative oversight to the daily operations of the clinics • Develop, define and Monitor Key Performance Indicators. • Establish new policies and procedures and update existing policies to improve operation
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MT ARARAT COMMUNITY ACTIVITY C - Pittsburgh , PA
Job Description Job Description DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES " Ensure adherence to the rules and regulations outlined in the Department of Public Welfare handbook for Child Day Care Centers. " Adhere to regulations for Keystone STARS and achieve/maintain STAR 4 rating. " Oversee finances, personnel, maintenance, meal planning and preparation and transportation. " Administer the facility's program objectives and activities. " Coordinate, plan and implement daily program activities and routines with staff. " Complete an annual written evaluation of staff persons. " Ensure the environment is safe, clean, sanitary, organized, and conducive to learning and child development. " Oversee basic care for children including meal preparation & feedings, diaper changing, toilet training, etc. " Ensure daily communication with parents regarding their child's progress, activities, incidents, concerns, etc. " Ensure proper ratios are maintained in the Center at all times. " Ensure accurate records are ke
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Congregation Shomrei Emunah - Montclair , NJ
Job Description Job Description Shomrei Emunah in Montclair NJ, a play based preschool is seeking a dynamic, warm, and experienced Lead Teacher to join the 2 year old class. The Lead Teacher will work closely with assistant teachers in the class to ensure the safety and well-being of all students and to support the academic and social-emotional growth and development of all children in their care. The Lead Teacher is a part-time M-F 8:30-12 with an option to add hours. To apply, please send a cover letter and resume to Lesley Gering LGering@shomrei.org, Early Childhood Director. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES • Ensures and maintains a healthy, safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate environment for children. • Creates play based lessons, activities and crafts to meet the goals of the 2’s classroom. • Supervises and trains assistant teachers and updates them on all matters concerning the classroom and curriculum. • Develops weekly lesson plans with assistant teachers’ input to nurture an
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First Hebrew Congregation - Peekskill , NY
Job Description Job Description Overview Lil’ Sprouts Early Learning Center is seeking a full time Early Childhood Director to oversee an existing non-sectarian early childhood/daycare program located in Peekskill, NY starting in June, 2024. The Early Childhood Director will assume overall responsibilities for the success of the Lil’ Sprouts Early Learning Center programs and services for approximately 70 children, ages 18 months to 5 years old. He/she will oversee the daily operations of the nursery school and provide leadership in the areas of academic and non-academic programs, personnel development to support the school mission and growth strategies. Additionally, he/she will support institutional structure, operating procedures, financial stability and plans for Lil’ Sprouts’ future. This person should be able to comply with New York State Licensing regulations and promote and embrace best practices, collaboration, communication, transparency and have technology expertise. In the
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Calhoun Hills LLP - Hillsborough , NC
Job Description Job Description The Assistant Director must be able to perform administrative functions, maintain center operations and sometimes teach in the classroom. This role oversees the function, operation and leadership of the center. The position requires a passion for our work, a strategic vision, significant capacity for marketing and fundraising and the ability to support the day-to-day operations of a high quality Early Childhood program. The Assistant Director must have strong interpersonal and organizational skills and a passion for nurturing children and their families. Skill and Competencies • Create a culture of support within the school (for staff, families and children). • Cultivate an environment committed to health and safety. • Learn all essential functions for each position in the school so you can support and inspire. • Manage operation of the school in the Director’s absence. • Assist the Director to ensure maximum enrollment and effective cost control. • A st
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UHC Solutions - Fort Dodge , IA
WE ARE HIRING A DENTAL DIRECTOR! Community Health Center of Fort Dodge is hiring a Dental Director to join our exceptional clinical team with our Integrated Health Center serving multiple clinics in Northwest Iowa. This position reports directly to the Chief Executive Officer and involves the supervision and direction of the delivery of quality-focused Oral Health care services to the rural underserved population. As an Oral Health provider leader at our organization, you will work closely with our dental provider and support teams, physician leaders, behavioral Health leaders, and administration staff in a team-based approach to patient care. The mission of our Integrated Health Center is to provide culturally competent, high-quality oral, primary, and behavioral Healthcare to the medically vulnerable population. We value diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals. We offer strong compensation and robust benefit packages: Compensation: $200,000+ DOE Schedule:
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