Traveling Center Director

Description

We are seeking a nationwide Traveling Center Director to support our network of childcare centers. This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, energetic leader who is passionate about early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (or higher).
• Previous leadership experience as a Center Director in a licensed childcare facility is required.

Required Shift

This position requires 100% nationwide travel to support childcare centers across the United States. The expectation is to be on-site Monday – Friday, arriving no later than 9am. All management schedules will be approved by the Regional Director.

Travel Requirements

This position requires 100% nationwide travel to support childcare centers across the United States.

Location Preference

Preference will be given to candidates who reside in Illinois and within a one-hour drive of a major airport.

Compensation

$70,000 - $75,000 per year; based on education and experience

Benefits

• Competitive Pay
• Quarterly Incentive Bonuses
• Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
• Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
• 401k with Match
• Discounts for Childcare
• Fun and Positive Place to Work
• Open Door Policy
• Shirts and Swag - we love to show appreciation for our leaders!

Hiring Process

• Resume screen
• Phone screen with Recruiter (30 minutes)
• Virtual interview with Senior Education Manager (30 minutes)
• Virtual Interview with Vice President of Education and Operations (45 minutes)
• Offer

Main Job Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day center operations in line with our early childhood philosophy.
• Partner with the Recruiting team to identify quality staff; interview and onboard candidates and schedule and allocate staff across the center.
• Be a sales advocate for the center and successfully drive and grow enrollment by focusing on new enrollments, tours, marketing, and community engagement.
• Develop and execute monthly engagement and marketing plan to increase enrollment; attend community marketing events, plan enrollment and retention activities for families and staff.
• Build strong relationships with prospective and currently enrolled families; create positive partnerships with families by serving as a resource and responding to questions and concerns.
• Oversee and participate in the preparation and maintenance of a variety of narrative and statistical reports, records and files related to assigned activities and personnel; compose and distribute correspondence.
• Develop and teach staff by conducting ongoing observations, staff training, coaching, and embedded professional development opportunities.
• Able to be flexible in your role and complete job duties of absent staff members.
• Ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.