What are the responsibilities and job description for the Education Director for Child Development Centers position at KinderCare Education?
KinderCare Learning Companies is a leader in early childhood education, with over 2,000 sites and centers across the United States. We're committed to providing high-quality child care and education to families from diverse backgrounds.
The Assistant Director plays a critical role in leading our centers to success. With KinderCare's world-class curriculum and passionate teaching staff, together, our Assistant Directors and Center Directors are changing the lives of young learners every day.
- Assist the Center Director in overseeing teaching staff, supporting families, and achieving enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives.
- Partner with parents to provide the best care and education for their children.
- Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.
- Serve in various roles throughout the center as needed, including teacher, cook, and/or driver.
Requirements:
- At least two years of early childhood education experience required, with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices.
- Excellent administrative, organizational, verbal, listening, and communication skills required.
- CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
- 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 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 communicate with children and their parents in English.
