Executive Director, Early Childhood Education

KinderCare Education; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Employee assistance program

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking an Executive Director to lead a center with world-class curriculum and accreditation processes. You will hire and develop a high-performing team, partner with families, and build relationships with licensing authorities and community partners to deliver exceptional early education.

As Executive Director, you’ll drive business growth, manage budget and operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and champion the mission of providing high-quality child care

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.
• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and manage multiple situations effectively.
• Budget and financial accountability with revenue generation experience preferred.
• NAEYC/NAC and state licensing knowledge preferred.
• Meet state specific guidelines for the role.
• 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
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to connect with children and their parents

Responsibilities

• Hire, engage, and develop a team of “best in class” educators to be passionate and committed professionals
• 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
• Use your business, sales, and marketing savvy to grow KinderCare Learning Companies' presence in the community, leading to the growth of new families and children in our centers

Skills

Leadership

Customer service

Relationship building

Multi-tasking

Budgeting

English proficiency

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking an Executive Director to lead a center with world-class curriculum and accreditation processes. You will hire and develop a high-performing team, partner with families, and build relationships with licensing authorities and community partners to deliver exceptional early education.

As Executive Director, you’ll drive business growth, manage budget and operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and champion the mission of providing high-quality child care