Early Education Program Specialist & Curriculum Coach

KinderCare Learning Companies; Wheeling (IL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies in Wheeling, IL is seeking a Program Specialist to bring our curriculum to life in centers. You will develop and lead programs from classroom implementation to ongoing enhancements, ensuring alignment with our standards and supporting teachers.

The role emphasizes hands-on classroom time and mentoring, collaboration with families, and assisting center leadership with staffing and enrollment goals.

Qualifications

• Ability to build relationships with families and coworkers
• Outstanding customer service skills
• Approved State Trainer (preferred)
• NAEYC/NAC, and state licensing knowledge (preferred)
• Meet state specific guidelines for the role
• Physically able to use a computer, lift at least 40 pounds, and work indoors/outdoors
• Able to communicate in English with children and parents

Responsibilities

• Ensure our world-class curriculum is presented as intended and teachers can explain it
• Spend 75% of time in the classroom educating children and mentoring teachers
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education
• Train, motivate and lead staff and assist center management with interviewing and hiring
• Support center success by partnering with staff to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and operational goals

Skills

Relationship building

Customer service

State Trainer preferred

NAEYC/NAC knowledge

State licensing knowledge

English proficiency

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies in Wheeling, IL is seeking a Program Specialist to bring our curriculum to life in centers. You will develop and lead programs from classroom implementation to ongoing enhancements, ensuring alignment with our standards and supporting teachers.

The role emphasizes hands-on classroom time and mentoring, collaboration with families, and assisting center leadership with staffing and enrollment goals.