Manager I – Education Programs

CPBI

. Oversee CT Public's early childhood education initiatives under a two-year funded grant focused on New Haven, Hartford, and New London counties .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeHartford • Connecticut • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $58,500 - $88,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in early childhood education program management, community engagement, and project oversight, ensuring alignment with educational standards and community needs. Proficient in budget administration, contractor management, and program evaluation to drive continuous improvement.

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Early Childhood Education (ECE) KnowledgeProject Management SkillsCommunity Engagement ExpertiseBudget AdministrationProgram Evaluation and Improvement

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningProgram EvaluationData InterpretationContractor ManagementBudget ManagementEducational ProgrammingProfessional Development FacilitationMulti-Phase Project ManagementCommunity-Based LearningCulturally Responsive Engagement

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingEffective CommunicationFacilitation SkillsCultural AwarenessInterpersonal Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in EducationBachelor's Degree in ECEBachelor's Degree in Child DevelopmentBachelor's Degree in Project ManagementBachelor's Degree in Community Engagement

Industry Keywords

Early Childhood Education InitiativesGrant ManagementEducational StandardsFamily EngagementCommunity Needs Assessment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee CT Public's early childhood education initiatives under a two-year funded grant focused on New Haven, Hartford, and New London counties
Serve as the primary operational lead ensuring contractors, partners, and internal departments execute priorities, project plans, and deliverables
Oversee implementation of ECE programs and grant-funded initiatives
Partner with selected contractors to translate educational priorities into scopes, plans, timelines, expectations, and deliverables
Provide educational oversight to ensure activities reflect ECE development principles, developmentally appropriate practices, and applicable educational standards
Review proposals, learning materials, and professional development for grant alignment
Coordinate with internal departments to incorporate CT Public and PBS KIDS programming and resources
Oversee contractor implementation of approved scopes of work
Oversee project schedules, milestones, reporting, and accountability
Review and monitor contractor workplans, progress reports, educational materials, activities, and deliverables
Ensure contractor activities incorporate community needs, family perspectives, accessibility, and culturally responsive engagement practices
Review professional development plans, materials, and training for alignment with relevant ECE standards
Monitor professional development implementation and effectiveness; facilitate selected professional development sessions as needed
Establish program-level performance expectations and monitoring
Review participation, engagement, geographic reach, and related measures
Evaluate contractor progress, identify gaps, and coordinate corrective actions
Use program findings and stakeholder feedback to recommend improvements
Administer assigned program budgets
Monitor contractor expenditures, invoices, and resource utilization against approved budgets
Identify resource needs and implementation risks that could affect program success
Maintain project records, contractor documentation, and program materials
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Education, ECE, Child Development, Project Management, Community Engagement, or a closely related field
Minimum of ten (10) years of direct and sustained professional experience in a directly related field
Equivalent combination of education, training and experience accepted
Knowledge of ECE, family engagement, educational programming, and community-based learning
Knowledge of project/program management, community engagement, and partnership development
Knowledge of program evaluation, measurement, and continuous improvement
Skill in managing complex, multi-phase projects and developing project plans, timelines, deliverables, and systems
Skill in building relationships and establishing trust
Skill in facilitating meetings and moving groups from discussion to action
Skill in collecting, interpreting, and communicating program data and outcomes
Skill in managing contractors, vendors, budgets, and project resources
Ability to operate strategically and hands-on and lead projects independently
Ability to create structure around complex or evolving initiatives and address problems
Ability to adapt programs and approaches based on community needs and feedback
Curiosity, cultural awareness, sound judgment, and strong interpersonal skills
Effective communication in English
Bilingual English/Spanish skills preferred
Ability to travel throughout Connecticut
Ability to work evenings and weekends when required
Ability to perform prolonged computer workstation and desk work
Ability to meet physical requirements including lifting more than 25 lbs and standing for extended periods

Benefits

Comp & perks

Grant-funded position with salary aligned to the grant budget
Frequent in-person and virtual interactions
Regular travel throughout Connecticut