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 13226 Mary Sulentic Human Resources, Central Office 563-582-5456 Phone Phone Phone Fax msulentic@holyfamily.dbq.pvt.k12.ia.us Email True False False **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 Featured Job TH Ad 0 TH Comments **Similar Jobs** Assistant or Associate Director of Transfer Admiss Loras College Director of Aviation Maintenance University of Dubuque Residence Hall Director University of Dubuque Lead Early Childhood Teacher Holy Family Catholic Schools Director of Workforce Innovation and Opportunity A Northeast Iowa Community College Director of Website Initiatives University of Dubuque Assistant Director of Clinical Education- Physical Clarke University Early Childhood Associate Preschool/Childcare Key West Early Childhood Center Early Childhood Associate Preschool/Childcare Key West Early Childhood Center Early Childhood Careers Holy Family Catholic Schools **Share this Job** Holy Family Catholic Schools **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.