Center Director

KinderCare Learning Companies; Pleasant Valley Township (IA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is looking for a passionate Center Director to lead their team in Pleasant Valley Township, Iowa. This role involves hiring and developing educators while engaging with families to provide outstanding early childhood education. You will contribute to a supportive environment that fosters learning and growth for both children and staff.

The ideal candidate will have leadership experience, strong organizational skills, and a commitment to early childhood education. Benefits include discounted child care, medical and dental coverage, and more.

Qualifications

• At least one year of leadership experience to inspire a team.
• Ability to multitask and handle multiple situations effectively.
• Outstanding organizational skills and customer service.
• Knowledge of state licensing and NAEYC/NAC preferred.
• Ability to communicate in English with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Hire, engage, and develop a team of educators.
• Cultivate relationships with families and community contacts.
• Use business savvy to grow center presence.
• Partner with parents for the best care and education.

Skills

Leadership experience

Customer service skills

Organizational skills

Budget accountability

Knowledge of NAEYC/NAC

Multitasking

Job description

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you’ll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you’ll never be alone. You’ll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you’re making on the lives of young learners and their families—and knowing that your work matters.

If you’re passionate about positively impacting the lives of others and making waves in the world of early childhood education, the Center Director role might be for you!

With KinderCare’s world‑class curriculum, center accreditation process, and dedicated teaching staff, our Center Directors are changing the world one achievement at a time. Center 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.

Responsibilities

• 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’s 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
• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and ability to multitask and handle multiple situations effectively
• Budget and financial accountability with revenue generation experience preferred
• Knowledge of NAEYC/NAC and state licensing preferred
• Meet state specific guidelines for the role
• 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
• This role requires the ability to work on‑site at the center daily

Benefits

• Our whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!)
• Employee assistance programs for mental health and personal growth
• Health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones
• … and much more

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.