Education Director: Lead Educators to Transform Learning

KinderCare Education; New York (NY); On-site; USD 56,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies seeks an Education Director to lead and train educators, collaborate with families, and strengthen partnerships with licensing authorities and communities. You will apply education expertise to expand KinderCare’s community presence and support world-class early childhood education.

You’ll guide teachers in implementing curriculum, ensure safety, and foster a proactive center culture focused on children’s growth and learning outcomes.

Qualifications

• At least one year of solid leadership experience with the ability to develop, engage, and inspire a team.
• A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
• Ability to build relationships with families and staff and create a dynamic environment where play and discovery go hand-in-hand.
• Apply outside knowledge and resources to provide creative solutions within the education field; partner with inclusion services where learning challenges may be present with a child.
• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and manage multiple situations effectively including monthly meetings with parents on where their child is progressing
• NAEYC/NAC and state licensing knowledge preferred
• Mention and train teachers and staff on how to implement educational materials effectively
• Ability to physically use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors. Ability 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 connect with children and their parents

Responsibilities

• Develop and train a team of educators to be passionate and committed to teaching KLC's curriculum
• 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
• Tap into your expertise in education to grow KinderCare Learning Companies' presence in the community, leading to the growth of new families and children in our centers based on the growing need for world class education.

Skills

Leadership experience

Love for children

Relationship building

Creative problem solving in education

Customer service & organization

NAEYC/NAC and licensing knowledge

Train teachers & staff

Computer literacy & physical ability

English proficiency

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies seeks an Education Director to lead and train educators, collaborate with families, and strengthen partnerships with licensing authorities and communities. You will apply education expertise to expand KinderCare’s community presence and support world-class early childhood education.

You’ll guide teachers in implementing curriculum, ensure safety, and foster a proactive center culture focused on children’s growth and learning outcomes.