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About This Position

Position Title:
President & Chief Executive Officer
Publish Date:
09/11/2025
Brief Overview:
The Federation Early Learning Services (FELS) Board of Directors seeks the Organization’s next President & Chief Executive Officer. Serving in partnership with a committed and engaged Board, the President & CEO is responsible for the success of the Organization and should be similarly committed to its mission and vision.

Reporting directly to the Chair of the Board of Directors, the President & CEO is responsible for the management and day-to-day operations of FELS and has the authority to carry out these responsibilities in accordance with the direction and policies established by the Board. The President & CEO provides leadership and vision for the effective management, growth, and profitability of the Organization as a non-profit, enabling the Board to conduct its governance functions.

For over a century, FELS has been providing excellence in early childhood education (ECE) for families from diverse backgrounds throughout the Greater Philadelphia area, Montgomery County, and Delaware County.  Built on a foundation of Jewish values and traditions, FELS is a recognized leader in ECE and actively works to help families access affordable childcare, provide innovative programs for children, and offer consultation services to the early childhood community.
Listing Expiration Date:
10/25/2025
Job Responsibilities:
The ideal candidate should lead the organization with a collaborative, results-driven approach and possess a Master’s degree in a relevant field (e.g., Early Childhood Education, Human Services Administration, or Business Administration) and at least six years of experience in administration, supervision, program development, budgeting, fundraising, and grants administration, preferably in non-profit leadership within early childhood education. Key competencies include a strong focus on teamwork, strategic planning, customer-centricity, decisive judgment, and a proven ability to achieve results. The candidate must demonstrate exceptional leadership skills to inspire and mentor a diverse team, coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to engage stakeholders and foster partnerships. A successful track record of managing a mid-sized organization with high-functioning, accurate systems is essential.

A complete leadership profile, along with additional information about the Organization, may be found here: https://www.agbsearch.com/searches/president-chief-executive-officer-federation-early-learning-services

APPLICATION PROCESS

For full consideration, applications should be received by October 24, 2025.

Candidates should provide the following:

- A letter of interest addressing the strategic objectives and qualifications identified in the profile.
- A current professional resume or curriculum vitae
- The contact information (email and phone) for five professional references, including their relationship with the candidate. References will not be contacted without prior authorization from the candidate.

Applications should be in PDF format and submitted through the AGB Search portal at FELS-President Application Portal (https://bit.ly/4onAsfB)

Please direct any nominations, expressions of interest, or questions regarding the application process to or to the AGB Search team:

Melissa K. Trotta, Ed.D.
Associate Managing Principal & Senior Vice President

202.380.8927

Matthew J. Kilcoyne
Principal

202.253.9846
Job Type:
Full-Time
Number of Jobs Available:
1
Required Experience
No Experience
Required Studies:
Master Degree
Salary Option:
Yearly
Required Languages:
English
Salary Requirements:
Competitive
Preferred Start Date (use calendar button):
01/02/2026
Benefits:
FELS provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, creed, color, gender, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, veteran’s status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, familial status, domestic or sexual violence victim status, or other classification as required by applicable law.
Expected Start/End Time:
9:00 am-5:00 pm
Keystone STAR Level:
Not in STARs
Age Group Position:
Young School Age
Minimum Number of ECE Credits Required:
--
Minimum Career Lattice Level:
Not Applicable
Required Experience:
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PA Teacher Certification Required?:
No
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About This Employer

FEDERATION EARLY LEARNING SERVICES
Philadelphia, PA
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Philadelphia
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19116



 
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