Kiddie Academy of Harrisburg is now hiring for an Experienced Center Director!

Make a difference in a child's life - and your own.

Do you want to lead a program and be part of a team that prepares children for school and for life? Are you a motivated, upbeat management professional in the Early Childhood Education field ? We have a perfect opportunity for you!

We are looking for an excellent, Center Director, to lead the operations of our high quality education program at Kiddie Academy Harrisburg. This is an excellent opportunity for a seasoned director to manage a center. You will have access to excellent training and mentor-ship.

Position Overview:
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 center-based programs in an
Assistant Director, Center Director or similar management 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 child care centers and a great understanding of developmentally-appropriate practices

● Must have at least an AA degree in child care or management, or related field.
● Strong verbal and written communication skills
● Action oriented, organized, strategic thinker, focused on getting the right things done

Kiddie Academy of Harrisburg is an equal opportunity employer with good work environment, great pay and Excellent Benefits to full-time employees, including the following:

● Great salary
● Up to Three (3) Weeks paid time off
● Eight (8) Paid federal holidays
● Company paid Professional development support including paid training and professional subscriptions
● Fantastic growth opportunities within the company and at our other Kiddie Academy of Greater

Seattle locations

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.

To view all our openings visit http://KiddieAcademyJobs.com

https://kiddieacademy.com/academies/harrisburg/join

Job Type: Full-time

Join our Team – Share our Mission

Kiddie Academy of Harrisburg is a growing child care center with many opportunities for qualified individuals. We are looking for talented individuals who are result oriented and strive to achieve the best possible outcome for children in the communities we serve.

At Kiddie Academy of Harrisburg, we remain committed to bringing the highest quality early care and education experience to our children and their families. We work with our dedicated education team to ensure that our programs are current and use the most recent research standards, to enhance children’s learning experiences.

As a Center Director you will have the opportunity to lead your team to achieve the goals and objectives of the school. You will be able to partner with your staff, your families and your community. Kiddie
Academy is the leading child care company providing a private school education in a child care center.

Job Summary

Effectively operates and manages all aspects of a child care school, to include human resources, customer relations, financial systems, quality control and facility management. Provides creative, age-appropriate programs to all children served at the academy. Actively develops and maintains positive customer/community relations. Maintains high capacity utilization and manages all resources effectively and within budget. Establishes strong working relationships with state licensing authorities.

Essential Functions

● Ensures academy compliance with all federal and state laws, as well as Kiddie Academy® policies and procedures.

● Completes all required paperwork and record keeping on a timely basis and maintains same in an organized, up-to-date manner. This includes all academy files: for example, student, personnel, vehicle, driver, health and safety files.

● Plans academy activities and actively participates: for example, staff meetings, training sessions, open houses, planning sessions.

● Develops and maintains strong working relationships with all state licensing authorities, approved vendors and community contracts.

● Develops and maintains professional working relationships with academy staff.
● Develops and actively maintains positive communication with parents
● Recognizes parent concerns, evaluates course of action and responds professionally to needs of parents.
● Recruits, selects and trains qualified employees.
● Meets all state and Kiddie Academy of Harrisburg requirements for the position.

Job Qualifications:

● Candidate must have four-year degree in Early Childhood Education or area of Child
Development

● Minimum 2 years of Director experience in a licensed child care center
● Experienced in state licensing regulations, staffing, enrollment and budget management

Benefits

● Paid sick, holiday and vacation time
● Performance Incentive Bonus Plan
● Health benefits
● Child care discounts

Job Type: Full-time

Kiddie Academy of Harrisburg

3630 Hwy 49 S ,

Harrisburg, NC 28075

Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

● Director: 2 years (Preferred)
● Childcare: 2 years (Preferred)

Education:

● Bachelor's (Preferred)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $51,859.99 - $58,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: In person