Director of Early Childhood Education, Salem-Keizer Public Schools

Salem-Keizer Public Schools (SKPS) is seeking a strategic and relationship-centered leader to serve as its next Director of Early Childhood Education. This role provides vision, leadership, and oversight for the district’s early learning programs, including state and federally funded preschool initiatives, with a clear focus on equitable access, kindergarten readiness, and long-term student success.

In Salem-Keizer, early learning is central to the district’s strategy for student success. With a large and diverse student population, the work requires both strong systems and deep partnership with families and community agencies. This role offers the opportunity to lead that work—strengthening access, quality, and alignment from preschool through the early grades.

SKPS is seeking a collaborative leader with deep expertise in early childhood education—one who leads with strong commitment to equity and inclusive practices. The new Director will guide program design, oversee instructional quality, and use data to drive continuous improvement across early learning systems. Our next leader will continue strong partnerships with families, community organizations, and agencies.

This is an opportunity to shape the earliest learning experiences for children. Few roles offer this level of scale, impact, and opportunity to influence student success from the very beginning.