Center Director — Lead Educators & Community Impact

KinderCare; Northville (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Center Director to lead a team of educators and partners with families to deliver high-quality early childhood education. This on-site role emphasizes strong leadership, operations, and community engagement in a dynamic center environment.

The Center Director will hire and develop staff, build positive relationships with families and licensing authorities, and drive center growth through effective business, sales, and marketing strategies.

Qualifications

• At least 1 year of solid leadership experience developing and inspiring a team.
• Outstanding customer service skills and ability to multitask effectively.
• Budget awareness and revenue generation experience preferred.
• NAEYC/NAC and state licensing knowledge preferred.
• Meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
• Ability to use a computer, lift up to 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.

Responsibilities

• Hire, engage and develop a team of educators to be passionate professionals.
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education for children.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.
• Use business, sales, and marketing savvy to grow KinderCare’s presence in the community and attract families.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Budgeting

State licensing

NAEYC knowledge

English proficiency

On-site work

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Center Director to lead a team of educators and partners with families to deliver high-quality early childhood education. This on-site role emphasizes strong leadership, operations, and community engagement in a dynamic center environment.

The Center Director will hire and develop staff, build positive relationships with families and licensing authorities, and drive center growth through effective business, sales, and marketing strategies.