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Director, People Strategic Partner

Acelero Learning

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 2-5 years of progressive HR Management experience
  • 2+ years of supervisory experience
  • Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Deep knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices

Responsibilities

  • Consult with leaders to develop and implement People strategies that achieve business goals
  • Lead initiatives in employee engagement, organizational development, and change management
  • Drive performance management cycles, support talent development programs, and build effective succession plans
  • Expertly manage employee relations, ensuring fair and compliant practices

About the company

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Acelero Learning

Early Childhood Education

We design & deliver inclusive, anti-bias, & rigorous approaches to eliminate gaps between young children’s inherent potential & their achievement in school. Acelero Learning was founded in 2001 by a former Head Start teacher and Children Defense Fund staffer, with a clear mission -- to work with local communities to improve the quality of Head Start programs. In 2005, Acelero Learning began to directly administer Early Head Start and Head Start programs through delegate agencies -- locally managed affiliates with their own local boards of directors that received dedicated support from the Acelero Learning Support Center in New York. Today, Acelero Learning affiliates operate a network of Head Start and other early childhood programs serving nearly 5,000 young children and families across the country. Our affiliates in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania; Camden, Monmouth and Middlesex Counties in New Jersey, Clark County, Nevada, Aiken and Barnwell Counties in South Carolina and Racine and Milwaukee counties in Wisconsin have each improved the delivery of early childhood education in their communities -- increasing enrollment, improving teacher salaries and dramatically expanding the number of hours of programming for children and families.

Company details

IndustryEarly Childhood Education
Company size1001 - 5000

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Job description

The Director, People Strategic Partner (PSP) is a strategic thought leader and consultant responsible for ensuring People initiatives directly align with Acelero and Shine Early Learning business goals. This high-impact role requires a strategic mindset and a keen ability to translate business operations into high-impact People strategies. Reporting to the Senior Director, you will provide expertise and drive change across all core areas, including talent management, performance, employee relations, and organizational development, thereby contributing directly to the organization’s culture and success.

What You’ll Do

You will be the key strategic partner for our leadership team, focusing on high-impact areas:

  • Strategic Advisory: Consult with leaders to develop and implement People strategies that achieve business goals.

  • Culture Champion: Lead initiatives in employee engagement, organizational development, and change management to enhance our workplace culture.

  • Talent Growth: Drive performance management cycles, support talent development programs, and build effective succession plans.

  • Employee Support: Expertly manage employee relations, ensuring fair and compliant practices.

  • Supervision: Lead and mentor assigned People team personnel.

What You Bring

We are looking for a collaborative, agile leader with a strategic mindset that brings:

  • 2-5 years of progressive HR Management experience, including specific strategic partnership expertise, and 2+ years of supervisory experience.

  • Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.

  • Deep knowledge of federal and state employment laws and HR best practices.

  • A resourceful professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, easily manages simultaneous projects, and is proficient in using data tools (Excel, MS Office/Google Apps).

  • Bonus Points (Preferred): SPHR/SHRM-SCP certification or experience in early childhood education/Head Start.

When/Where/How Much?

When: Summer/Fall 2026

Where: Remote with 20% travel

How Much: $86,000-$110,000

Why You'll Love Working With Us

Be part of a mission that drives real change. A team that values growth, collaboration, and innovation. A chance to shape the future of early childhood education. If you’re ready to take on a challenge that matters and lead strategic people initiatives in a company where purpose and values drive every decision, apply now to join us as our next People Strategic Partner. Together, we’ll help every child reach their fullest potential!

Questions about the role? Reach out to recruiting@acelero.net and one of our Talent Acquisition Partners will be happy to assist.

We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to creating a diverse and healthy workplace.

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