Early Education Director - Amesbury YMCA Childcare Center

Inspire Young Minds. Lead with Purpose. Grow Your Career.

Are you an experienced Early Learning professional or a current Director seeking your next exciting career move? Do you have a passion for nurturing young children, leading dedicated teams, and making a lasting impact in a dynamic, supportive environment? If so, this opportunity at our beautiful new Amesbury Childcare Center may be the perfect fit for you!

About the Role

As the Early Learning Director at the Amesbury YMCA, you will lead and support a team of passionate educators to provide exceptional care and learning experiences for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. You will oversee the daily operations of our state-of-the-art center, managing all aspects of programming, staffing, compliance, family engagement, and team development.

In Your Day-to-Day, You Will:

• Guide and inspire a team of early education professionals.

• Build strong, trusting relationships with families and caregivers.

• Foster a warm, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.

• Ensure program excellence through compliance with DEEC regulations and YMCA standards.

• Oversee enrollment, curriculum implementation, and staff scheduling.

What We’re Looking For

• Proven experience as a Lead Teacher, Site Coordinator, or Director in early education.

• Deep understanding of DEEC regulations and early childhood development best practices.

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

• A commitment to equity, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Why Join the YMCA?

This isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference every day. As one of the largest and most respected childcare providers in the region, the YMCA of the North Shore empowers Early Learning Directors to lead with purpose, support families, and create safe, joyful spaces where children can grow and thrive.

We Offer:

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits

• Health and dental insurance for full-time employees

• Three weeks of paid vacation plus generous sick and personal time

• Free YMCA membership and employee discounts on programs

• Paid training and professional development

• Advancement opportunities across our seven YMCA locations

• 12% retirement contribution after eligibility (no match required)

• Employer-paid life insurance

• D2 Certification through the Massachusetts Department of Early Education & Care
• At least two years of Lead Teacher experience and/or supervisory experience
• Bilingual a plus!

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran's status.

Salary : $58,000 - $62,000