Project Manager, Strategy & New Programs

Little Sprouts•Lawrence, MA

9d•$95,000 - $115,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Babilou Family US is part of the global Babilou Family network and brings a local, community-focused approach to early childhood education through our Little Sprouts, Building Blocks, and Heartworks schools. We are looking for a proactive and collaborative team member who will support our mission and contribute meaningfully to this role. The Project Manager, Strategy & New Programs will play a central role in executing strategic initiatives and building new program offerings that support the growth and diversification of Babilou Family US. Working closely with the VP of Strategy & Innovation, this role will lead cross-functional projects while also helping design, launch, and scale new revenue streams such as after-school programs, summer camps, and employer-sponsored childcare solutions. This position combines strong project management discipline with strategic thinking, ensuring that new initiatives are thoughtfully designed, effectively implemented, and scalable across our network of schools. Our work is guided by our educational approach, Sustainable Education® , which bridges research and daily practice to help children thrive and lay the foundation for lifelong learning. We’re in what we like to call the science of children . Everything we do is rooted in research about how young minds grow—how they learn, connect, and build the skills that last a lifetime. We also lead our HONOR values: Humility, Open-Mindedness, Nurture, Ownership, and Recognition . This guiding framework fosters an environment where educators, children, families, and partners feel valued, empowered, and inspired to grow.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Strategy, Project Management, Education, or a related field (Required)
4–7 years of experience in project management, strategy, consulting, or operational roles (Required)
Demonstrated ability to manage cross-functional projects from concept through implementation (Required)
Strong organizational and planning skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously (Required)
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management capabilities (Required)
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills (Required)

Nice To Haves

Experience working in multi-location service organizations such as education, childcare, hospitality, or retail (Preferred)
Experience supporting the development or launch of new programs, products, or services (Preferred)

Responsibilities

Lead the planning and execution of strategic projects across the organization, ensuring initiatives remain on track and aligned with business priorities.
Support the development and launch of new program offerings including after-school programs, summer camps, and B2B childcare initiatives.
Work closely with the VP of Strategy & Innovation to define project scopes, timelines, deliverables, and success metrics.
Build and maintain project plans, milestone tracking, and reporting dashboards to ensure clear visibility into project progress.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including operations, marketing, sales, education, and finance to support effective project delivery.
Conduct research and analysis to evaluate new program opportunities, market demand, and operational feasibility.
Assist in piloting and scaling new initiatives across schools and regions.
Identify operational improvements and support the implementation of process enhancements that improve efficiency and scalability.
Support strategic initiatives related to partnerships, new center openings, and operational innovation.
Develop internal documentation, toolkits, and implementation guides that enable successful programs to be replicated across locations.
Provide regular updates and insights to leadership on project progress, risks, and opportunities.
Other job-related duties or tasks as assigned.