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Early Childhood Director

Holy Family Catholic Schools

1 Positions

ID: 79013

Posted On 08/21/2025

Job Overview

JOIN OUR FAMILY. FIND YOUR CALLING.

Holy Family Early Childhood in Dubuque, Iowa is seeking a passionate and experienced Early Childhood Director to lead our St. Joseph the Worker program. The ideal candidate must possess a profound knowledge of early childhood education, a strong commitment to supporting the development of the whole child, and the ability to lead and inspire a team of dedicated educators.

The Early Childhood Director will be responsible for the overall management of the center, the creation of a top-notch program, and building positive professional relationships with parents, children, colleagues, and the community. By becoming a member of the Holy Family team, you will have the unique opportunity to work alongside other supportive Early Childhood Directors.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field. Other degrees will be considered.
  • National Administrator Credential recommended.
  • Previous experience as an Early Childhood Director or Assistant Director preferred.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of child development principles and early childhood education best practices.
  • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).
  • Ability to pass a background check.

We offer a competitive salary commensurate with experience plus the following additional benefits:

  • 20% discount on childcare, 40% discount on before/after school program
  • Holy Family K-12 tuition remission
  • 401(k) match
  • Generous paid time-off
  • Health and dental plans
  • Employer-paid life insurance and long-term disability
  • Employee Assistance Program

Share this opportunity with someone you think would be great for the job or apply today!

To Apply:

  • Submit your cover letter and resume online through Access Dubuque, or
  • Send your cover letter and resume directly to: careers@holyfamilydbq.org

To learn more about Holy Family Early Childhood, visit us online at: https://www.holyfamilydbq.org/early-childhood/

Primary Contact

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Mary Sulentic

Human Resources, Central Office

563-582-5456

Phone

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msulentic@holyfamily.dbq.pvt.k12.ia.us

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Job Details

Categories

Child Care/Day Care/Personal Care
Education

Location

Dubuque, IA

Job Type

Employee

Full/Part

Full Time

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Life Insurance
Retirement Plan
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Tuition Reimbursement


Qualifications

Education

Bachelors

Company ID

1076

Job REQ #

# Positions

1

Start Date

20250821

End Date

20251031

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About the Company

Holy Family Catholic Schools is the largest early childhood through 12th-grade Catholic school system in Northeast Iowa, serving over 1,800 infants and students at seven schools and early childhood centers. At Holy Family, we are dedicated to providing our students with a premier education that will prepare them for a lifetime of success. Our nearly 400 employees are the foundation that makes this mission possible. We strive to create a culture that encourages professional growth while maintaining a work-life balance.

If you are interested in joining a welcoming and supportive community, consider a career with Holy Family Catholic Schools. Benefits available to our full-time employees include generous paid time-off, discounted K-12 tuition, and group insurance plans.

Please consider joining us in our very important mission to form disciples of Jesus Christ through Catholic educational excellence! We invite you to explore our variety of career opportunities.