Team Lead

Kids Inn Child Care Center; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO (not formally structured or capped)

Free childcare for Team Lead's children

Job summary

Kids Inn Child Care Center in Springfield, Missouri, is seeking a qualified Child Care Team Lead to manage daily operations and foster a positive learning environment for children. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in childcare management, strong leadership skills, and a commitment to supporting both children and teachers.

The role requires overseeing educational programs to comply with regulations, support staff development, and manage financial affairs. A friendly demeanor and professional appearance are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing a childcare center or nursery school.
• Willingness to attain licensure and state-mandated Director requirements.
• Experience in early childhood education is required.

Responsibilities

• Oversee coordination of educational programs for compliance with regulations.
• Ensure a safe and stimulating environment for children.
• Manage budgets and financial affairs of the center.
• Support teaching staff and promote their professional development.
• Communicate with parents regarding their children and policies.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving abilities

Time-management abilities

Education

Associate’s or bachelor's degree in a related field

Completion of state-mandated Director requirements

Sixty college semester hours (12 in child-related courses) or 24 months experience with 12 hours in child-related courses

Job description

We are seeking a qualified Child Care Team Lead to manage our day-to-day operations and create a positive learning environment for children. In this role, you will oversee the coordination of educational programs that comply with local and federal regulations. You will also ensure that our facilities are well-maintained, manage and support our childcare staff, and handle the center's financial affairs.

The ideal candidate will have proven experience managing all aspects of a childcare center or nursery school, along with strong leadership skills. A friendly demeanor, a love for children, and a commitment to fostering a supportive environment for both children and teachers are essential. Experience in early childhood development is a plus.

Responsibilities

• 40-hour work week with flexible scheduling
• Ensure a safe, happy, and stimulating environment for children.
• Manage and coordinate curricula with staff to comply with state and federal requirements.
• Ensure that the center's facilities are safe and meet all applicable laws and regulations.
• Evaluate, purchase, and maintain necessary materials, equipment, and supplies.
• Support teaching staff and promote their professional development.
• Interview, hire, and train new staff members, ensuring they meet all policy and legal requirements.
• Complete ongoing training and courses to stay updated on childcare standards and procedures.
• Communicate and meet with parents regarding their children and the center’s policies.
• Oversee the budget and accounts to ensure the center remains profitable.
• Develop and implement a marketing and communications plan.
• Participate in an on-call rotation at least once a month on a Saturday.
• Work one shift a month on a Saturday.

Candidate Requirements

• Associate’s or bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Sixty (60) college semester hours, with twelve (12) hours in child-related courses, or twenty-four (24) months of experience with twelve (12) college semester hours in child-related courses.
• Willingness to attain state‑mandated Director requirements if not already completed
• Required experience in early childhood education.
• Licensure is mandatory.
• Compliance with local, state, and federal laws governing childcare.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Exceptional organizational, problem‑solving, and time‑management abilities.
• A friendly and approachable demeanor.
• Maintain a professional appearance, attitude, and work ethic at all times.
• PTO (not formally structured or capped within reason) and free childcare for the Team Lead's children.