at KinderCare Education LLC in Glenview, Illinois, United States
Job Description
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. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to share-in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.
Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you'll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you'll never be alone. You'll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you're making on the lives of young learners and their families-and knowing that your work matters.
As the Crme School Director of Operations, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operational aspects of our early childhood education school. This leadership role involves managing school support staff and administrative processes, ensuring efficient use of resources, and maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment. Your contributions will play a key role in supporting the overall success of our Crme program!
As the Crme School Director of Operations, you will:
Develop and implement operational plans aligned with Crme's mission, goals, and educational objectives.
Collaborate with other leaders to integrate operational strategies with educational initiatives.
Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of facilities, ensuring a secure and comfortable environment for children, staff, and visitors.
Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers to address facility needs.
Optimize resource allocation, including budgets, staffing, and supplies, to support efficient operations.
Monitor and manage family billing and operational expenses within budgetary constraints.
Supervise administrative staff and center support, providing leadership and guidance.
Coordinate with Executive Director to ensure appropriate staffing levels and manage payroll
Foster effective communication and collaboration between staff within the school
Work closely with the education team to align operational support with educational goals.
Assist as needed in daily school operations, at times including direct supervision of childrenQualifications
Bachelor's degree in early business administration, operations management, or a related field (preferred)
Proven experience in operations management, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.
Strong organizational and leadership skills with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
Knowledge of budgeting and financial management
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
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Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity
