Early Learning Program Specialist & Classroom Leader

KinderCare; Commack (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare seeks a dedicated center leader to ensure the curriculum is delivered as intended, while spending most of the day in the classroom educating children and mentoring teachers. The role partners with families to provide exceptional care and education, and involves training staff, assisting with hiring, and collaborating with leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation, and operational success.

The position emphasizes strong relationships, outstanding customer service, and adherence to

Qualifications

• Ability to build relationships with families and coworkers and create a dynamic environment where play and discovery go hand-in-hand.
• 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 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 with children.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English.

Responsibilities

• Ensure our world-class curriculum is presented as intended and that teachers can speak to the curriculum and what children are learning
• Spend 75% of your time in the classroom, educating children and mentoring and modeling for teachers
• Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
• Train, motivate and lead staff and assist center management with interviewing and hiring of teachers
• Support your center's success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives

Skills

Relationship building

Customer service

Approved State Trainer

NAEYC/NAC knowledge

State licensing knowledge

Meet state guidelines

Lift up to 40 lbs

English communication

Job description

KinderCare seeks a dedicated center leader to ensure the curriculum is delivered as intended, while spending most of the day in the classroom educating children and mentoring teachers. The role partners with families to provide exceptional care and education, and involves training staff, assisting with hiring, and collaborating with leadership to drive enrollment, accreditation, and operational success.

The position emphasizes strong relationships, outstanding customer service, and adherence to