Center Director

Learning Care Group, Inc.; Blaine (MN); On-site; USD 62,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

Education assistance including tuition reimbursement

401K with company match

Job summary

A leading childcare organization in Minnesota is seeking a Director to lead school operations and promote early childhood education. The ideal candidate will manage staff, ensure compliance with licensing standards, and foster a nurturing environment for children. Applicants should have supervisory experience and a degree in Early Childhood Education. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan are offered. Join a dedicated team that values education and development for young children.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Willingness to attain state mandated Director requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage School staff and evaluate performance.
• Ensure school operations meet company and state licensing standards.
• Create an educational and caring environment for children.

Skills

Supervisory/management experience

Early childhood education

Communication skills

Education

CDA, Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Our organization prides itself on excellence, putting the education and development of our children first and foremost. When you consider a career at Learning Care Group, know you will be joining a team that is passionate about thoroughly preparing their students for all the challenges that lie ahead.

In a Director, we look for committed individuals who want to make a difference in the lives of young children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all School operations. The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children under his/her care and works with the School’s staff to create an environment of learning while keeping parents informed of the progress of their child.

Job Responsibilities:

• Make a difference every day!
• Manages School staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans. Assists with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating and interpreting standards with teachers.
• Be accountable for the operation of the school, ensuring that the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
• Be responsible for ensuring an educational, caring and safe environment for the children and parents.
• Spark imagination, build self-esteem and help children discover new things each day.
• Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice in educational programs for the communities that we service.
• Recruit, select and retain quality staff.
• Help achieve profitability for the company.

Job Requirements:

• Must be at least 21 years of age
• High School diploma or equivalent
• CDA, Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Must meet state requirements for education and additional center/school requirements may apply.
• Willingness to attain state mandated Director requirements
• 1-2 years supervisory/management experience of at least six non-exempt associates; experience in early childhood education strongly preferred

Compensation and Benefits:

• Compensation based on Position, Education and Experience. Bi-weekly and Daily Pay options.
• Director: Yearly Salary $62,000-$64,000.
• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and FSA) provided for full-time employees
• Education assistance including tuition reimbursement and certification, 401K (plus company match), life and disability insurance and child care discount available to all employees

ABOUT US

Learning Care Group, Inc. is the second-largest for-profit child care provider in North America and a leader in early education. Our programs are designed for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Across our eight unique brands, we're committed to creating state-of-the-art facilities with the latest technology and expert-driven curricula created by our own Education team.

Our Promise

To make a difference and have a positive impact on every child at our schools, their families, and the communities we serve every day. We support child development for infants to school-age students, through a comprehensive, research-based curriculum in a safe, nurturing, fun school environment. As experts in child care and early education, we empower children to be ready for school, we instill a lifelong love of learning, and we provide a solid foundation for a successful future.