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KinderCare Learning Companies · 1 day ago

Director Quality and Education - Crème

Irvine, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Lead/Staff, Director/Executive

$34K/yr - $62K/yr

1+ years exp

KinderCare Learning Companies is the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award. As the Crème School Director of Education and Quality, you will lead and develop teachers to ensure curriculum alignment with best practices and state standards, while providing transformative leadership in early childhood education.

Education Management

Responsibilities

Lead and develop teachers to ensure curriculum alignment with best practices, state standards, and the individual needs of children

Facilitate training and implementation of our comprehensive and developmentally appropriate curriculum for early childhood education

Provide transformative leadership in the field of early childhood education, staying informed about current trends, research, and best practices

Develop a culture of continuous learning and professional development while leading the teaching staff

Establish and maintain high-quality standards for early childhood education program

Conduct regular assessments, evaluations, and audits to ensure compliance with Crème standards and licensing requirements

Provide guidance and support to teaching staff, promoting a positive and collaborative work environment. In partnership with the Executive Director, host professional development programs to enhance educators' skills and knowledge

Cultivate positive relationships with teachers and parents, involving them in their child's education and development

Collaborate with the community to enhance the educational experience and promote your school within the community

Assist as needed in daily school operations, at times including direct supervision of children

Apply data-driven insights to assess program effectiveness, implement strategies to address identified areas of improvement, fostering a culture of continuous quality enhancement

Qualification

Early childhood educationCurriculum developmentLeadership experienceEducational best practicesProgram administrationCustomer service skillsDiversityInclusionBasic computer proficiencyEnglish proficiencyCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsOrganizational skills

Required

Meet state specific credentials / guidelines for the role

At least one year leadership experience in early childhood education or a related field

Proven understanding of early childhood development, educational best practices, and program administration

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and multi-task and handle multiple situations optimally

Proven ability to build and sustain positive relationships with diverse staff, families, and community. Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education

Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors

Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and 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 connect with children and their parents in English