Program Administrator - Remote with Travel

KinderCare Education; Rockford (MI); Remote; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in early childhood education is seeking a Program Administrator to support the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program. The role involves maximizing revenue and ensuring compliance while inspiring change across centers. Ideal candidates will have strong organizational skills and the ability to work independently, along with proficiency in MS Office. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and families.

Benefits

Discounted Child Care

Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits

Employee Assistance Programs

Health and Wellness Programs

Paid Time Off

Qualifications

• Prior training or operations experience in a multi-unit environment.
• Ability to influence partners and serve as a change agent.

Responsibilities

• Maximize financial benefits of the Child & Adult Care Food Program.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.
• Train centers to achieve goals and metrics.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Self-Directed

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 theGallup 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.

We have an exciting an opportunity for a Program Administrator. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting a critical revenue stream, the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), as well as other areas of regulatory compliance in qualified centers. They will inspire change and maximize revenue while seeking to ensure they are aligned with the culture and demonstrate KinderCare service values in all that they do. If you enjoy inspiring change and improving business performance, this could be the right role for you.

Responsibilities:

• Maximize the financial benefit of the Child & Adult Care Food Program and other regulatory programs by proactively evaluating, supporting, and training our centers.
• Commit to results and influence centers to achieve goals and established metrics.
• Ensure compliance by meeting deadlines and applicable state and federal requirements.
• Become proficient in state regulations and approved health and nutrition services and serve as a resource for our centers.

Qualifications

• Prior training, operations, program implementation, or business partner experience in a multi-unit environment
• Ability to influence partners and serve as a change agent
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills required
• Self-directed with a strong attention to detail
• Ability to work independently
• Strong PC skills/knowledge covering general office software, including MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and email required.
• Able to travel (approximately 25-50%) by air or auto to distant cities and states, includes overnight.

Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
- 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.

Job Posting End Date : 2025-08-13