Center Director: Lead Educators & Grow Community

KinderCare; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Work-related discounts (cell phones)

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Center Director to lead a center team, partner with families, and drive program quality daily. You will hire and develop educators, ensure compliance with licensing and standards, and foster strong relationships with the community and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes on-site leadership, budget oversight, and child-centered programming in a supportive, mission-driven environment with opportunities to advance professionally within a national network.

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 multi-tasking abilities.
• Budget and financial accountability with revenue generation experience preferred.
• NAEYC/NAC and state licensing knowledge 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 and keep them safe.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Hire, engage and develop a team of educators to be passionate and committed 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 new families.

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Budgeting

Compliance

On-site operations

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Center Director to lead a center team, partner with families, and drive program quality daily. You will hire and develop educators, ensure compliance with licensing and standards, and foster strong relationships with the community and stakeholders.

The role emphasizes on-site leadership, budget oversight, and child-centered programming in a supportive, mission-driven environment with opportunities to advance professionally within a national network.