Site Director at West Hazleton School
KinderCare Learning Companies · West Hazleton, PA · 1 mo ago
On-siteManufacturingFull-time
About the role
When you join Champions, you’ll be supporting hardworking families and elementary‑aged kids during out‑of‑school time on school grounds. As a Site Director you will use our nationally recognized curriculum to create unique and engaging classroom experiences, empower confident teachers, and build strong relationships with children, families, and the community.
Responsibilities
- Lead and supervise a group of teachers to create unique and engaging classroom experiences, leveraging and developing “best‑in‑class” educators.
- Ensure the site operates effectively by maintaining licensing, safety, and educational standards.
- Partner with parents who share a desire to provide the best care and education for their children.
- Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, school and district leaders, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.
- Lead recruitment and enrollment efforts for new families and children at the site.
Requirements
- At least one year of teaching experience with the ability to develop, engage, and inspire a team.
- A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day.
- Ability to build relationships with families and staff and create a dynamic environment where play and discovery go hand‑in‑hand.
- Outstanding customer‑service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multitask and manage multiple situations effectively.
- Meet state‑specific guidelines for the role.
- Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, work indoors or outdoors, assume low‑level postures for 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.
Benefits
- Discounted child‑care benefits for your whole family.
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage (including pets).
- Employee assistance programs supporting mental health and personal growth.
- Health and wellness programs, paid time off, and discounts for work necessities such as cell phones.
- Access to a research‑backed, accredited, and customizable early‑education program network spanning over 2,000 sites in 40 states and D.C.