Top 23 Early childhood director Jobs in Irvine Ca

Early Childhood Director
ARK Academy —Irvine, CA
- $65,000 - $73,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Director Westcliff Early Learning Academy (Interim)
Westcliff University —Irvine, CA
- $90,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Master's degree
- Driver's License
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Center Director
Brella —Newport Beach, CA
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- 6 years
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Assistant Director of Infant Toddler Center
University of California, Irvine —Irvine, CA
- $57,100 - $96,700 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
7d
School Director
The Goddard School of Trabuco Canyon, CA —Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- School experience
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Director of Personnel
University of California, Irvine —Irvine, CA
- $110,000 - $182,200 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Analysis skills
- University
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
Director, Organizational Development and Learning Technology
Easter Seals Southern California, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $130,000 - $155,000 a year
- Full-time
- Clean driving record
- 5 years
- Office
Director, Revenue Operations - Health Insurance Contracts
Easter Seals Southern California, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- From $116,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Computer literacy
Preschool Assistant Director
Learning Care Group —Diamond Bar, CA
- $25.48 - $26.47 an hour
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
- Preschool
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Assistant Director
Miraculous Milestones —Newport Beach, CA
- $30 - $33 an hour
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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7d
Assistant Director, Head Start Workforce Development and Professional Learning
Los Angeles County Office of Education —Santa Fe Springs, CA
- $12,491 - $185,688 a year
- Call employer
- Microsoft Excel
- OSHA
- Writing skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
9d
Part-Time Site Director (School-Age)
Training & Research Foundation —Anaheim, CA
- $30 - $35 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Current TB test
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Director, Severe Behavior Services
Easter Seals Southern California, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- $133,000 - $167,000 a year
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Outlook
- Doctoral degree
8d
Director of Children, Youth & Camp
JEWISH FEDERATION OF GREATER LONG BEACH AND WEST ORANGE COUN —Long Beach, CA
- $75,000 - $100,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- 5 years
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19h
Assistant Preschool Director/ Operations Preschool Director
The Goddard School of Lake Forest (Baker Ranch), CA —Lake Forest, CA
- $50,000 a year
- Online Application
- School experience
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Director, Data Engineering
Easter Seals Southern California, Inc. —Irvine, CA
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- 6 years
- Computer Science
- DevOps
Senior Director of Philanthropy
Barbara and Ray Alpert JCC (Jewish Long Beach) —Long Beach, CA
- $95,000 - $105,000 a year
- 5 years
- Writing skills
- Public speaking
- Flexible schedule
2d
Assistant Director at Cerritos KinderCare
KinderCare Education —Cerritos, CA
- $23.25 - $27.10 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Montessori School Director
Legacy Learning Group LLC —Corona, CA
- $55,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Public speaking
- Continuous improvement
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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6d
Director of Education
The Umbrella Tree Child Development Center —Long Beach, CA
- $24 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Master's degree
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Early Childhood Director

ARK Academy -
Irvine, CA

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Job Details

Full-time
$65,000 - $73,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
401(k)
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
401(k) matching

Qualifications

School experience
CPR Certification
English
Bachelor's degree
First Aid Certification
Leading team collaboration initiatives
Educational compliance and regulation understanding
Classroom Teaching
General management
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Tuition assistance

Please submit a resume, a letter demonstrating your interest in the position, and the names and contact information for two references.

Position Summary

ARK Academy is seeking a talented, caring, and passionate Early Childhood Director to join our team for the 2026-2027 academic year. The Director is responsible for leading and overseeing the Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten program, ensuring that every student experiences a high-quality classroom environment that fosters strong character development and supports their holistic growth. The Director is actively engaged in instruction, while guiding staff, curriculum, and program development. The Director works closely with the Principal to uphold the school’s mission, maintain regulatory compliance, and foster strong relationships with families and staff.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership & Classroom Leadership

Serve as both an instructional leader and active classroom teacher, dedicating a significant portion of time to teaching and student engagement.
Model best practices in early childhood education, including classroom management, instructional strategies, and developmentally appropriate teaching.
Support and reinforce a school culture grounded in strong character, compassion, and respect.
Collaborate with teachers to design and refine developmentally appropriate curriculum and learning plans that support language development, early literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional growth, while meeting regulatory requirements and family expectations.
Monitor and assess program effectiveness and make ongoing improvements.

Staff Leadership & Development

Recruit, interview, and onboard early childhood staff.
Provide ongoing coaching, mentorship, and performance evaluations.
Conduct regular staff meetings and professional development sessions.
Foster a collaborative, supportive, and growth-oriented team culture.
Ensure staff adhere to school policies, procedures, and professional expectations.

Family Engagement

Build strong relationships with families through open, consistent communication.
Meet with parents to discuss student development, progress, and any academic or behavioral concerns.
Provide guidance and support to families on early childhood development and learning strategies.
Organize family engagement opportunities and events.

Operations & Facilities Management

Ensure the early childhood facility is safe, well-maintained, and fully stocked.
Oversee classroom organization and learning environments to ensure they are engaging and developmentally appropriate.

Administration & Compliance

Assist the Principal in managing the early childhood program budget and ensure effective use of resources.
Maintain accurate records, including licensing, attendance, and student documentation.
Support enrollment efforts and program growth as needed.
Ensure the program meets all state licensing requirements and maintains full compliance.
Lead or support efforts toward program accreditation, including preparation, documentation, and continuous quality improvement.

Professional Responsibilities

Stay current on best practices, regulations, and trends in early childhood education.
Participate in faculty meetings, school events, and collaborative planning as required.
Uphold and reflect the mission, philosophy, and core values of ARK Academy in all professional interactions.

Qualifications

Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
Minimum of 12 semester units in Early Childhood Education/Child Development.
At least 3 semester units in administration, leadership, or staff relations.
Valid Child Development Program Director Permit (or eligibility to obtain).
Minimum of 3–5 years years of teaching experience in a licensed child care center.
At least 1 year of leadership experience (e.g., Site Supervisor, Assistant Director, or equivalent).
Strong knowledge of licensing requirements through the California Department of Social Services.
Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.

Preferred:

Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education or Educational Leadership.
Experience opening or expanding a school program.

Regulatory Requirements:

CPR and First Aid Certification
Fingerprint clearance from the Department of Justice.
Health screening, including proof of Tuberculosis clearance.
Proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

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early childhood director jobs in irvine ca

Early Childhood Director

Director Westcliff Early Learning Academy (Interim)

Center Director

Assistant Director of Infant Toddler Center

School Director

Director of Personnel

Director, Organizational Development and Learning Technology

Director, Revenue Operations - Health Insurance Contracts

Preschool Assistant Director

Preschool Assistant Director

Assistant Director, Head Start Workforce Development and Professional Learning

Part-Time Site Director (School-Age)

Director, Severe Behavior Services

Director of Children, Youth & Camp

Assistant Preschool Director/ Operations Preschool Director

Director, Data Engineering

Senior Director of Philanthropy

Assistant Director at Cerritos KinderCare

Montessori School Director

Director of Education

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