Director, Education
Fast Facts
Acelero Learning is hiring a Director of Education to lead educational programs and inclusion practices in Head Start classrooms in Delaware, focusing on strategic planning and operational oversight to enhance family engagement and child development.
Responsibilities: Lead strategic planning and manage education and inclusion services; coach education leaders; collaborate with community partners; utilize data for improvement; ensure compliance with Head Start standards.
Skills: Strong leadership, strategic planning, data-driven decision-making, and interpersonal skills; expertise in Special Education and bilingual education preferred.
Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field; Master's degree preferred; 3+ years experience in educational supervision and program management.
Location: Delaware, USA
Compensation: $75000 - $85000 / Annually
About The Role:
We’re seeking an inspiring and strategic Director, Education to lead high-quality educational programs and inclusion practices across our Head Start classrooms. In this role, you’ll partner with national and local leaders to ensure fidelity to our proven model, strengthen family engagement, and ensure every child — including those with developmental, social, emotional, and behavioral needs — thrives from day one.
You will oversee Early Learning Specialists and Center Directors, guiding them to excellence through data-driven decision-making, innovative professional development, and differentiated coaching.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead strategic planning and operational oversight for education and inclusion services within your delegate.
- Ensure program alignment with Acelero Learning’s School Readiness goals and Positive Behavioral Supports Pyramid model.
- Oversee and coach education leaders to deliver high-quality, inclusive early learning experiences.
- Collaborate with service area leaders and community partners to strengthen family engagement, dual language learning, and inclusion practices.
- Use data from CLASS™ observations, assessments, and staff rubrics to drive continuous improvement.
- Ensure compliance with Head Start Program Performance Standards and state/local licensing.
What We’re Looking For
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (with at least 6 ECE courses); Master’s degree preferred.
- 3+ years of experience supervising, coaching, and motivating educators and education leaders.
- Background in Special Education/Inclusion and bilingual education expertise.
- Proven success in program management, data-driven decision-making, and implementing innovative practices.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with diverse communities.
When/Where/How Much:
- When: Fall 2025
- Where: Delaware
- How Much: $75,000-85,000 Annually + Comprehensive Benefits Package
At Acelero, you’ll be part of a caring, mission-driven team that values data-informed learning, transparent communication, a growth mindset, equality, and community care. Here, your leadership will shape the educational experiences of children, families, and educators — making a measurable difference every day.
We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.
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