Job Description

Helping People. Changing Lives.

Must be fluent in two or more languages, including one that supports the needs of the program and community.
This position will oversee sites in both San Diego and Orange County.
Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County (CAPSLO) is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Area Manager to lead early childhood education programs across assigned counties. This role is ideal for a seasoned professional passionate about empowering low-income and migrant families through high-quality, multicultural services. You’ll oversee Head Start, Early Head Start, State Child Development, and Migrant and Seasonal Head Start programs—ensuring compliance, fostering staff development, and building strong community partnerships.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or a closely related field
• 6 semester units in Administration and 2 in Adult Supervision
• Minimum five years of preschool teaching experience, including two years of staff supervision
• Child Development Site Supervisor Permit required; must obtain Program Director Permit within six months of employment
• Strong knowledge of bilingual/multicultural education, child development, and federal/state regulations
• Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
• Depending on the department assigned, a valid California driver’s license, a current DMV driving record, and proof of insurance may be required to fulfill job-related travel. Reasonable accommodations will be considered in accordance with applicable laws.
As the Area Manager you will:
• Supervise and support center staff, ensuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards and licensing regulations
• Collaborate with program directors and coordinators across health, nutrition, education, and social services
• Lead staff training, onboarding, and professional development initiatives
• Monitor program quality through site visits, data systems, and community assessments
• Engage with parents and policy councils to promote advocacy and inclusive decision-making
• Oversee budgets, audits, and fiscal reporting in coordination with accounting teams
• Cultivate partnerships with local agencies and institutions to enhance service delivery
• Support facility management, licensing, and continuous improvement efforts
Please note this job advertisement is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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For a comprehensive list of employee perks and benefits, please visit capslo.org/careers.

For questions regarding the application process or open positions, contact the Recruiting Department at 805-544-4355 or email us at recruitment@capslo.org.

EOE/V/ADA/Drug Free Workplace/Asset Infused Organization. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, Community Action Partnership of San Luis Obispo County, Inc. will consider all qualified applicants without attention to race, sex, age religion, disability, national origin, veteran status, socioeconomic class, or any other protected characteristic.