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Childcare Program Director

Diamond Street Early Childhood Center
Akron, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 6/12/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/8/2026

Job Summary

Diamond Street Early childhood Center is an independent nonprofit childcare center that is currently seeking a Childcare Program Director.

The Childcare Program Director (Director) reports directly to the Executive Director and is responsible for the success of early childcare and education programs, of Diamond Street Early Childhood Center as well as the school age summer camp program. The Director will work closely with the Preschool Program Director and the Student Supports Coordinator. The Director is responsible for recommending new hires, supervising, coaching, goal setting for, and evaluating the performance of staff within the Center’s HR procedures and guidelines. The Director is responsible for the overall planning, development, and implementation of age-appropriate programs to enhance the cognitive, physical, social, and emotional develop according to the Center’s vision, mission, values, the Center’s childcare and educational philosophy, and within the guidelines and requirements of Star 4 accreditation. The Director will also spend up to 20% of time in classroom covering/substituting as needed. Some center wide administrative tasks may also be assigned as appropriate.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Commitment to support the mission of DSECC
  • Commitment to the Christian faith and support of the Anabaptist/Mennonite understanding of Christian lifestyle, discipleship and human relationships
  • Associate or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, required
  • Meet Keystone STARS educational requirements, including maintaining PA Keys Directors Credentials
  • Minimum of 3 years successful childcare classroom teaching experience, leadership experience a plus
  • Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
  • Proficient computer skills including a working knowledge of Microsoft 360, Procare and Quickbooks

Hours: 35-45 hours per week, M-F year round

Benefits

  • Paid holidays
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Dental and vision insurance
  • Simple IRA with employer contribution
  • Meals are provided at no cost
  • Employee dependent tuition scholarship for DSECC enrollment
  • Continuing education assistance and paid release time for study

Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy and commitment of Diamond Street Early Childhood Center that it does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, sex, national origin, physical, or mental disability, or religion.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance

Education:

  • Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

  • Teaching: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $50,000 - $60,000

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