Program Specialist: Early Education Curriculum Lead

KinderCare; Acworth (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted child care

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Employee assistance programs

Health and wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Program Specialist to bring our curriculum to life in our centers. You will develop and lead programs from classroom implementation to ongoing enhancements that go beyond the basics.

As a Program Specialist, you will spend 75% of your time in the classroom educating children and mentoring teachers, while partnering with parents to provide top-notch care and education.

Qualifications

• Ability to build relationships with families and coworkers.
• 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 keep children safe and engage in physical activity with children.
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents.

Responsibilities

• Ensure curriculum is presented as intended and teachers can discuss what children are learning.
• Spend 75% of time in the classroom educating children and mentoring teachers.
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Train, motivate and lead staff and assist center management with interviewing and hiring teachers.
• Support center success by partnering with center staff and leadership to achieve enrollment, accreditation, and operational goals.

Job description

KinderCare Learning Companies is seeking a Program Specialist to bring our curriculum to life in our centers. You will develop and lead programs from classroom implementation to ongoing enhancements that go beyond the basics.

As a Program Specialist, you will spend 75% of your time in the classroom educating children and mentoring teachers, while partnering with parents to provide top-notch care and education.