Job description

Kiddie Academy has an exciting leadership opportunity for an energetic, organized, experienced and inspiring professional to join us as Center Director. This position allows you to lead a team of qualified teachers and administrative staff in providing the best learning and development experience for children and their families. You’ll have the opportunity to combine your ECE experience with business management skills to influence the operations of the Academy. If you’re motivated by smiles and laughs from children and praise from parents, this could be the job for you.

We have an awesome work culture, and if you’re the right candidate, you’ll fit right in. We offer growth-oriented, challenging and rewarding career opportunities in a collaborative and supportive environment. We are committed, flexible and creative in our talent growth strategy.

Who we are: We are a franchise group (KAGS) of locally owned early childhood education academies in the Greater Seattle area. Our group owns and operates the Kiddie Academy locations in Bellevue, Bothell, Kirkland, Mill Creek, Kenmore and Seattle. Our programs have a stellar reputation in the community for providing the highest quality care through our Life Essentials® and Character Essentials ® curriculum.

Position Overview:

As a Center Director, you will be part of the management team responsible for managing the overall program including human resource development, staff scheduling, program planning, program implementation and evaluation; student assessments, family relations, marketing, enrollments and academy operations.

Position Requirements:

• Minimum two (2) years of full-time experience in managing large (>100 capacity) center-based programs in a Center Director role.
• Candidates should have all credentials required for the position of a Center Director per WAC or be willing to get them shortly after joining
• A thorough knowledge of WA Licensing regulations (WACs) for childcare centers and a great understanding of developmentally appropriate practices
• Must have at least an AA degree in childcare or management, or related field.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Action oriented, organized, strategic thinker, focused on getting the right things done

About Working with Us

We invest in you because your success is our success. great benefits to employees, including:

• Pay $60K - $72K a year depending on experience and qualifications
• Excellent Benefits which include, medical, dental and vision insurance with no lengthy wait period
• Life insurance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time off
• Generous child care discounts (limited availability and conditions apply).
• Performance bonuses for full time employees
• Company paid training and professional development program
• Fantastic growth opportunities available through job rotation, lateral move, and special project assignments
• Benefits vary based on full-time/part-time status

..and much more.

About Kiddie Academy:

Kiddie Academy® is a leader in educationally focused child cares for more than 30 years. Kiddie Academy redefined childcare by creating a place where fun and learning go hand in hand. KAGS Group is a franchisee of Kiddie Academy® and an equal opportunity employer.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: Multiple Locations

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