Government Funding Program Administrator - Remote Opportunity

KinderCare Learning Companies; Rockford (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care benefits

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Employee assistance program

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off and purchase discounts

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies seeks a Government Funding Program Administrator to support delivery of government-funded programs across sites. You will help ensure program quality through evaluations, on-site visits, and connections to resources, while collaborating with teams and partners to ensure participants receive needed support.

You will work with center directors and teachers to ensure compliance, manage paperwork, and facilitate orientations and training throughout the year.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience.
• Ability to drive and adapt to change.
• Strong computer skills covering general office software, including MS Office; strong Excel skills.
• Customer service, conflict resolution, and collaboration experience.
• Effective personal organization and time management skills.
• Ability to prioritize center needs and schedule accordingly.
• Ability to travel between alternate center and office locations (50%+); occasional overnight travel required.

Responsibilities

• Support center directors and teachers with goal setting and expectations to ensure compliance with government funding program requirements.
• Identify and implement classroom modifications to ensure compliance.
• Assist in development and facilitating orientations for center management.
• Assist in development and facilitating orientations for lead and assistant teachers at the start of the school year and ongoing throughout the school year.
• Ensure that all required paperwork is retained on site for teachers (i.e., teacher credentials, diplomas, and transcripts).
• Assist the center director with the recruitment of and employment interviews for lead teachers as requested.
• Assist with curriculum training for lead teachers and assistant teachers throughout the school year and at orientations.
• Assist with annual parent orientations Provide guidance to center directors for annual purchases of equipment, materials, and supplies to ensure grant funds are used appropriately
• Advise the government funding supervisor of any compliance issues that may affect the funding of the program
• Build effective relationships with internal and external partners, including field operations and government agencies

Skills

Office software

Excel

Customer service

Time management

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.

Make a meaningful impact as a Government Funding Program Administrator, helping ensure the successful delivery of an important government-funded program. In this role, you’ll support program quality and effectiveness through formal evaluations, on-site/center visits, and connections to valuable resources. You’ll collaborate with teams across the organization, build strong relationships with program partners, and help ensure participants receive the support they need to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Support center directors and teachers with goal setting and expectations to ensure compliance with government funding program requirements
• Identify and implement classroom modifications to ensure compliance
• Assist in development and facilitating orientations for center management
• Assist in development and facilitating orientations for lead and assistant teachers at the start of the school year and ongoing throughout the school year
• Ensure that all required paperwork is retained on site for teachers (i.e., teacher credentials, diplomas, and transcripts)
• Assist the center director with the recruitment of and employment interviews for lead teachers as requested
• Assist with curriculum training for lead teachers and assistant teachers throughout the school year and at orientations
• Assist with annual parent orientations Provide guidance to center directors for annual purchases of equipment, materials, and supplies to ensure grant funds are used appropriately
• Advise the government funding supervisor of any compliance issues that may affect the funding of the program
• Build effective relationships with internal and external partners, including field operations and government agencies

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent work experience
• Ability to drive and adapt to change
• Strong computer skills covering general office software, including MS Office; strong Excel skills
• Customer service, conflict resolution, and collaboration experience
• Effective personal organization and time management skills
• Ability to prioritize center needs and schedule accordingly
• Ability to travel between alternate center and office locations (50%+); occasional overnight travel required

Our benefits meet you where you are.

• Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.
• Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
• Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
• Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
• … and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.