Patagonia · 10 hours ago
Manager of Truckee River Child Development Center
Reno, NV
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$90K/yr - $100K/yr
8+ years expPatagonia is a company committed to saving our home planet, and they are seeking a Program Manager for the Truckee River Child Development Center. This role involves leading an early childhood program and overseeing all aspects of center operations, ensuring high-quality care and fostering professional development among educators.
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Responsibilities
Lead and inspire a team of educators through intentional hiring, onboarding, coaching, and ongoing professional development
Grow a professional learning community that instills a deep understanding of and commitment to the Company’s program philosophy and classroom practices
Provide consistent coaching and mentorship to staff through scheduled check-ins, real-time feedback, and collaborative goal setting that supports professional growth and team cohesion
Ensure all classrooms provide stimulating environments, predictable yet flexible schedules and routines, and an age-appropriate curriculum that inspires child-initiated play, individualized learning and family engagement
Strengthen home–school partnerships by implementing inclusive policies and fostering transparent, respectful communication with families
Champion anti-bias education by facilitating meaningful conversations and experiences that promote equity, empathy, and social responsibility
Use technology to streamline administrative processes, support data-informed decision making, and maintain accurate records
Oversee budgeting and financial operations with a focus on sustainability, efficiency, and alignment with center goals
Ensure full compliance with State of Nevada childcare rules and regulations and uphold TRCDC’s health and safety standards
Partner closely with the TRCDC Office Manager to support daily operations, including staffing coordination, food ordering, and tuition deductions
Collaborate with internal departments—such as Facilities, Safety & Security, People and Culture and Recruiting—to ensure clear communication and timely completion of center-related projects
Collaborate with other Program Managers and the Child Development Leadership Team to align practices across centers while honoring each program’s unique culture and community
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience
Hold a BA in Early Childhood Education or a related field; MA preferred
5+ years of leadership and operation management of a childcare center
8+ years of hands-on experience working with children 0-Kindergarten age
Strong leadership, supervisory and customer service skills and ability to develop/maintain strong relationships with staff and parents
Demonstrated ability to lead staff on the implementation of developmentally appropriate practice using evidenced based strategies
Experience navigating and bridging differences in respectful and equitable ways
Exceptional organizational and communication skills
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Meet Director Qualifications as required by the State of Nevada, or the Director requirements in another state
Must be able to sit for extended periods of time
Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods of time
Ability to maintain a composed and professional demeanor within a flexible and (at times noisy) work environment
Continually able to observe and respond to children's needs, emergencies and/or conflicts that might occur during the day (inside or outside environment)
Continually able to lift 1-40 pounds from the floor to a waist high table
Continually able to kneel down to maintain eye contact at child's level
Continually able to sit on the floor to work with children
Continually be able to react to a child that is 20 to 30 feet away within 30 seconds
Continually able to carry a child (1 to 40 pounds), up to 50-100 feet
Continually able to respond to children's first aid needs (inside and outside) which may include cuts, bruises, blood/bodily fluids
Continually able to communicate clearly and calmly to children, parents and co-workers
Continually able to deal effectively with the stress involved in working closely with children, parents and co-workers
Continually able to do fine and medium hand manipulation
Preferred
Familiarity with Procare and Educa is preferred
Preferred experience with Learning Stories, Outdoor Classroom practices, RIE philosophy, and the Pyramid Model
Company
Patagonia
Our values reflect those of a business started by a band of climbers and surfers, and the minimalist style they promoted.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Ryan Gellert
Chief Executive Officer
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