Job Description

OUR MISSION: MWVCAA invests in people and their futures to reduce the impacts of poverty

OUR VISION: All people are respected for their infinite worth, and supported to envision and reach a positive future

Working at MWVCAA means becoming part of a mission-driven community dedicated to equity, dignity, and opportunity for all. We offer competitive pay, a rich company culture that values diversity, and an array of benefits - but we consider the best benefit here to be the reward of helping those in our community live better lives. Come find meaningful work and bring your skills as an Early Learning Manager. Your main responsibilities will be to supervise multi‑disciplinary teams (Quality Improvement Specialists, Preschool Promise coaches/support, System Navigation, and Yamhill office staff); builds and stewards partnerships; ensures grant and contract compliance; coordinates educator recruitment/retention strategies; and drives data‑informed continuous improvement and professional learning aligned to Oregon's Early Learning priorities.

Join Us in Building Connections, Expanding Access, and Strengthening Early Learning.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Early Childhood Education or related field, or Step 10 in Oregon Registry Online (ORO).
• Ability to obtain the Master Trainer Status in ORO, within 6 months.
• Five or more years of experience in an early childhood
• Two (2) + years' experience in a lead/supervisory role; experience providing reflective supervision and coaching to adult learners.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

• Driver qualifications are required for this position. Valid driver license, insured vehicle available for use on the job, and a satisfactory drive record for the previous three years are required.
• Successful registration with the Central Background Registry of the Child Care Division.
• Candidate must pass a comprehensive MWVCAA background screening prior to employment.
• CPR/First Aid Certification or the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Food Handlers Card or the ability to obtain within 30 days of hire.
• Candidate must pass pre-employment and random drug screenings.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Knowledge of reflective supervision; use of observation/assessment tools; adult learning principles; and facilitation/coaching aligned to Oregon Early Learning Coaching Guidelines.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice for children 0-5 and current early learning systems, policies, and quality frameworks
• Proficiency with office and collaboration tools (e.g., Google Workspace/Microsoft Office, virtual training platforms, early childhood data systems).
• Data management and analysis skills; ability to manage, interpret, and disseminate data for decision‑making and reporting.

WHAT YOU WILL DO TO SUPPORT THE COMMUNITY This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee will also perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by immediate supervisor and other management as required.

Leadership & Operations

• Works collaboratively with educators, program leads, and community partners to achieve common goals.
• Leads day‑to‑day operations for assigned teams and staff to ensure efficiency and alignment to grant/contract requirements.
• Creates, documents, and refines workflows and service delivery models that are culturally and linguistically responsive and accessible for diverse communities.
• Monitors team productivity/work plans; remove barriers; and continuously improve processes and procedures.

Supervision & Team Development

• Provides day‑to‑day supervision to assigned staff.
• Maintains employee records to include, performance evaluations, coaching, professional development plans, and recognition/accountability.

Program Quality & Professional Learning

• Coordinates coaching and technical assistance for early learning educators and programs, including Preschool Promise, consistent with Oregon Early Learning Coaching Guidelines and tools (e.g., CLASS as applicable).
• Develops and coordinates professional development opportunities for staff, external early learning educators and programs providing steward Master Trainer‑level learning where applicable.

Partnerships & Community Engagement

• Develops and strengthens partnerships with early learning programs, school districts, higher education, businesses, CBOs, and public agencies across Marion, Polk, and Yamhill Counties

Compliance, Data, and Reporting

• Maintains compliance with CCR&R, Preschool Promise, ODHS licensing/licensing‑pathway supports, and other funder requirements.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises approximately 8-15 employees. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities for this position include interviewing, hiring, and training employees, as well as planning, assigning, and directing their work and appraising their performance. The Program Manager is also responsible for rewarding and disciplining employees when applicable and addressing their complaints.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust
• Occasionally lift up to 25
• Frequent driving throughout Marion, Polk, and Yamhill counties.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Indoor, office work environment with frequent interruptions and
• Working with coworkers/clients over the phone, using video conferencing tools and in-person.

MWVCAA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender expression, age, veterans, and people with disabilities or any other protected category. We welcome all people to join us in achieving our Mission. If you require any assistance in the application process, or reasonable accommodations to perform the essential duties of the position, please notify a member of our team at (503) 585-6232.

**This is a partial list of essential duties and responsibilities. To review the full job description, download below.

Note that compensation for each role at MWVCAA is based off a number of factors such as experience and education.

If you need ADA accommodations to apply for MWVCAA job openings, please contact Human Resources at HR@mwvcaa.org or call 503-585-6232 to ask for a HR Team Member.

Child Care Division Central Background Registration and pre-employment drug screening is required.