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Early Childhood Manager

  • Company: Watersedge
  • Location: Holland, MI
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  • Full Time
  • Holland, MI
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Watersedge is seeking a Full Time Early Childhood Manager in Holland, MI to lead our early learning teams and create nurturing, high-quality programs for young children.

About This Position

This Full Time Early Childhood Manager role based in Holland, MI places you at the heart of program leadership for Watersedge. You will guide daily operations, coach educators, and uphold standards that help infants through preschoolers thrive. Candidates searching for Early Childhood Manager jobs in Holland, MI or Watersedge careers will find a hands-on leadership opportunity focused on child development excellence, staff growth, and family partnerships within a supportive local setting.

What You'll Do

  • Direct the overall early childhood program, ensuring safe, engaging, age-appropriate environments and daily routines
  • Supervise, mentor, and evaluate teaching staff while modeling best practices in early education
  • Oversee curriculum implementation, lesson planning support, and continuous quality improvement
  • Maintain compliance with licensing, health, safety, and regulatory requirements for early childhood centers
  • Coordinate enrollment, classroom ratios, and scheduling to support consistent program delivery
  • Build strong relationships with families through clear communication, conferences, and community events
  • Manage program resources, materials, and budget-related tasks that keep classrooms well-equipped
  • Lead professional development and team meetings that elevate teaching standards across Watersedge

Qualifications

  • Proven experience leading early childhood education programs or serving in a comparable managerial capacity
  • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a closely related field preferred
  • Solid understanding of child development principles, licensing rules, and quality rating systems
  • Strong leadership, coaching, and conflict-resolution skills with diverse teams of educators
  • Excellent written and verbal communication abilities for interacting with staff, families, and community partners
  • Organizational talent for balancing compliance, operations, and curriculum priorities
  • Commitment to creating inclusive, developmentally appropriate experiences for young learners

About the Company

Watersedge is hiring for this role and offers a supportive team environment where dedicated professionals can make a meaningful difference for children and families in the Holland, MI area.

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  • Role Early Childhood Manager
  • Employer Watersedge
  • Location Holland, MI
  • Type Full Time
  • Posted July 13, 2026
  • Apply by 2026-08-13
  • Country context US
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