KinderCare

Executive Director

KinderCare$80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1+ years of leadership experience with a focus on team development and engagement
  • Passion for early childhood education and a commitment to making a difference
  • Strong relationship-building skills with families and staff
  • Exceptional customer service and organizational abilities
  • Experience in budget management and revenue generation preferred
  • Familiarity with NAEYC/NAC standards and state licensing requirements preferred
  • Physical capability to engage with children and handle necessary physical tasks

Responsibilities

  • Hire and develop a top-performing team of educators
  • Engage parents in providing optimal care and education for their children
  • Build and maintain relationships with families, licensing authorities, and community partners
  • Leverage business acumen to enhance KinderCare's community presence
  • Drive growth by attracting new families to enroll their children

Benefits

  • Discounted child care for employees' families
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Access to mental health and personal growth support
  • Wellness programs and paid time off
  • Discounts on work-related necessities like cell phones
  • Additional benefits supporting work-life integration
Full Job Description
If you’re passionate about positively impacting the lives of others and making waves in the world of early childhood education, the Executive Director role might be for you! With KinderCare Learning Companies' world-class curriculum, center accreditation process, and dedicated teaching staff, our Executive Directors are changing the world one milestone at a time. Executive Directors educate parents, teachers, and community leaders on the incredible value of early childhood education and make that value come to life for the children in their center. When you join our team as an Executive Director, you will: • Hire, engage, and develop a team of “best in class” educators to be passionate and committed professionals • Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children • Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners • Use your business, sales, and marketing savvy to grow KinderCare Learning Companies' presence in the community, leading to the growth of new families and children in our centers Qualifications: • At least one year of solid leadership experience with the ability to develop, engage, and inspire a team • A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day • Ability to build relationships with families and staff and create a dynamic environment where play and discovery go hand-in-hand • Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and manage multiple situations effectively • Budget and financial accountability with revenue generation experience preferred • NAEYC/NAC and state licensing knowledge preferred • Meet state specific guidelines for the role • Ability to physically use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors. Ability to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity • Read, write, understand, and speak English to connect with children and their parents Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life: - Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits. - Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!). - Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs. - Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones. - … and much more. We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.

About KinderCare

KinderCare Education is an American operator of for-profit child care and early childhood education facilities founded in 1969 and currently owned by KinderCare Education, a division of the Knowledge Universe Education company. The company provides educational programs for children from six weeks to 12 years old. KinderCare Education operates more than 1,500 early learning centers, more than 600 Champions sites, and is supported by a corporate team of nearly 500 headquarters employees in Portland, Oregon. In 2014, KinderCare Education earned $1.3 billion in revenue and had 60,000 employees.
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Size
32,000 employees
Industry
Founded
1969

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