Lead with Vision. Build Excellence. Transform Your Community.

QUICK FACTS

Location: Northport - 1740 Northport Drive, Madison, WI
Pay: $32.00/hour
Schedule: Full-time (40 hours/week), Part Year

*Part Year includes built-in summer break, 2 weeks winter break, and spring break

WHAT WE OFFER

Comprehensive Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off & Holidays
• 403(b) Retirement with Company Match After 2 Years
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness Eligible Employer

Work-Life Excellence & Professional Growth

• School calendar schedule with built-in seasonal breaks
• Site leadership role with supervisory and management responsibilities
• Collaborative partnerships with families, staff, and community organizations
• DPI certification pathway support
• No weekends, only occasional evenings
• Comprehensive professional development: ongoing coaching, paid continuing education, and credential support
• Career advancement pathways with organizational training support

QUALIFICATIONS YOU'LL NEED

• Education: Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education or Child Development Required; Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, ECE: Exceptional Educational Needs, Child Development, or related field with 18 ECE credits (ECEEN, Child and Family Studies, Elementary Education)
• Certification: DPI certification in ECE, ECEEN, or related field desirable
• Experience: Minimum 1 year in early care education setting with preschool teaching experience; experience with low-income families
• Professional Competencies: Excellent communication skills, cultural sensitivity, alignment with agency mission, supervisory capabilities
• Additional Requirements: Valid Wisconsin Driver's License with adequate insurance

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Site Director, you'll lead comprehensive programming by:

• Providing site leadership to create safe, nurturing environments that encourage children's holistic development
• Planning and implementing developmentally appropriate curriculum for children in low-income, at-risk environments
• Ensuring delivery of quality, comprehensive services including education, health, nutrition, and family support
• Providing supervision and performance feedback for reporting staff
• Following Head Start Performance Standards, Reach Dane policies, and accreditation criteria
• Building and maintaining positive relationships with parents, children, staff, and community partners
• Managing site operations and ensuring compliance with licensing and program standards
• Supporting parent involvement and connecting families with necessary resources and referrals

WHO WE ARE

At Reach Dane, we're reimagining early childhood education as a powerful tool for social transformation. Our commitment to equity and inclusion includes:

• Developing site leaders who drive educational excellence and community impact
• Supporting children and families through comprehensive, compassionate programming
• Building workplaces that reflect the rich diversity of our community
• Empowering directors to lead with vision and innovation

JOIN OUR MISSION

Step into a leadership role where you'll direct site operations, supervise staff, and make transformative impact on children, families, and your community while advancing your career in early childhood leadership.

Reach Dane is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive workplace. We provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and interview process. Please contact us to request accommodation.