Assistant Center Director - Early Childhood Leadership

KINDERCARE; Overland Park (KS); On-site; USD 52,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Discounts on work essentials

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking an Assistant Center Director to lead teaching staff, support families, and drive enrollment, accreditation, and operations. You will partner with parents, build positive relationships with families and licensing authorities, and support the Center Director in various roles within the center.

With world-class curriculum and strong team culture, you’ll educate parents and staff on the value of early childhood education, while ensuring high-quality care and

Qualifications

• At least two years of early childhood education experience required, with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and the ability to ensure its use in the classroom
• Excellent administrative, organizational, verbal, listening, and communication skills required
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Meet state specific guidelines for the role
• Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
• Able 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 communicate with children and their parents in English
• Please indicate if you require reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of the job

Responsibilities

• Assist the Center Director in leading teaching staff, supporting families, and achieving enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives
• 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
• Serve in various roles throughout the center as needed, including teacher, cook, and/or driver.

Skills

Early childhood education experience

Administrative skills

Verbal & listening communication

CPR/First Aid

State licensing knowledge

Basic computer literacy

Physical capability (lift 40 lbs)

English communication

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking an Assistant Center Director to lead teaching staff, support families, and drive enrollment, accreditation, and operations. You will partner with parents, build positive relationships with families and licensing authorities, and support the Center Director in various roles within the center.

With world-class curriculum and strong team culture, you’ll educate parents and staff on the value of early childhood education, while ensuring high-quality care and