121 Specialized Learning Centers jobs in the United States

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POSITION SUMMARY:

The Principal of the Early Learning Center (ELC) is responsible for the administration, instructional leadership, and operational management of the early childhood education program. This individual ensures a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment that fosters young children's social, emotional, and academic development. Key responsibilities include overseeing curriculum implementation, managing staff, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations, and cultivating strong relationships with families and the community. This position reports to the Assistant Superintendent of Elementary Schools.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Demonstrates a strong understanding of early childhood development, pedagogy, and effective instructional methodologies. Familiarity with early childhood state and federal regulations, including IDEA, Head Start, IEPs, and accreditation requirements. Develops and implements policies, instructional strategies, and educational programs aligned with early learning best practices and state standards. Hires, supervises, coaches, and professionally develops staff to build a high-performing team. Manages budget, allocates resources, and secures grants and/or funding for early childhood education programs. Fosters a positive school culture and create strong relationships with families and the community. Oversees daily operations, including scheduling and facility management. Ensures compliance with licensing regulations, health and safety policies, and accreditation requirements. Participates in appropriate in–service programs designed to enhance professional competencies as recommended by Georgia Pre-Kindergarten program and/or Early Childhood agencies.

Oversees the development and execution of age-appropriate curriculum that promotes cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. Supports teachers in implementing engaging and developmentally appropriate instructional strategies. Assesses program effectiveness and implements data-driven adjustments to enhance student learning outcomes. Utilizes early learning assessment tools and curriculum frameworks. Fosters a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment. Demonstrates social-emotional learning (SEL) programs and behavior intervention strategies.

Establishes and maintains partnerships with local organizations, early childhood agencies, and key educational stakeholders to advance early learning initiatives.

Collaborates with Assistant Principals and instructional support staff to lead high-fidelity implementation of district policies as well as instructional process, practices, and programs to include curriculum, instruction, assessment, intervention, and prevention. Manages, analyzes, and interprets demographic, student learning, process, and perceptual data for school improvement. Ensures faculty and staff participation in the school's continuous improvement decision-making process. Develops with stakeholders and monitors school improvement plan based on identified students, staff, and school needs. Conducts daily instructional walk-throughs and provides teachers with timely and constructive feedback on classroom instruction. Coordinates with the various teaching, learning, curriculum, assessment, and professional learning departments to maximize staff support and leverage resources that can improve staff performance and student outcomes.

Develops, manages, and monitors building operations, safety, and security processes for the overall working and learning environment. Supervises and co-supervises curricular and extracurricular events. Attends school-related community events. Develops positive and collaborative relationships with staff, students, and families. Communicates with and responds to stakeholders in a timely manner.

Supervises, manages, and coordinates with assistant principals the evaluation of all faculty and staff. Screens, interviews, and recommends staff. Assigns duties and responsibilities to staff. Develops and manages effective staff orientation and school-based onboarding processes. Conducts faculty meetings, assemblies, volunteer programs, and other school-based group activities.

Reads, reviews, and prepares reports required by the district or by state and federal policies. Ensures implementation and compliance with district policies and procedures by working with supervisor, other district staff, school staff, and families. Leads the planning and monitoring of the school's federal and grant budgets, and ensures compliance of expenditures. Implements asset management processes to report and minimize loss, theft, or damage to school property (i.e., textbooks and electronic devices). Attends state and national meetings related to accountability, school improvement, strategic planning, etc.

All other duties, as assigned and required, in order to perform the above services.

KEY JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Master's, Specialist, or Doctorate degree in K-12 Educational Leadership required. A degree in Early Childhood Education and/or a Birth to Five Certification preferred.

A minimum of three (3) years of successful leadership experience as a Principal, Assistant Principal, or Early Learning Center Director required, with a minimum of three (3) years of experience in early learning (PreK3-3rd) operations, procedures, and/or compliance expectations in a leadership capacity required.

GaPSC Standard or Performance-Based Professional Educational Leadership—Tier II certificate and completion or exemption of all applicable Special Georgia Requirements at the time of application required.

Strong knowledge of child development principles and early learning best practices, that routinely affects the Early Learning Center, District, and surrounding community.

Analytical: A supervisor is available to review established broad objectives; independent judgement is required.

Requires regular, frequent contact with internal personnel of influence and decision-making responsibility to discuss issues of moderate importance. Excellent interpersonal skills are required for working with inter-organizational teams.

Coordinates activities with external stakeholders including community sponsored events to include but limited to school districts, early learning coalitions, public health, higher education, etc. to promote quality of care for children, families, and caregivers.

Responsible for supervising multiple functions with full accountability for effective operation and results.

Applies, recommends, and implements technology concepts to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of the District.

Constantly (Daily) responsible for the welfare of others.

Normal school setting.

Typically walking around facility (manage by direct monitoring around).

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award , we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it's KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it-in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you'll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you'll never be alone. You'll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you're making on the lives of young learners and their families-and knowing that your work matters.

When you join our team as an Teacher, you will:

• Assist teachers with the implementation of KinderCare's curriculum, and State Pre-K requirements, in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child; create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn.
• Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children.
• Support your center's success; partner with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.

• Outstanding customer service skills
• Meet state specific Pre-K guidelines for the role
• 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 with children
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we're matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you'll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you're anything like us, you'll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Administrator for Early Learning Center will influence the growth and development of both children and teachers. They create an environment of collaboration and community, encouraging everyone to thrive. The Administrator will be responsible for learning and implementing State polices and procedures. Responsible for the daily operations of a childcare center and ensure a safe and educational environment for staff, children, and develop curriculum. Must be able to communicate with parents effectively. Successful candidate must be energetic, highly responsible and a dedicated professional with a strong background in early childhood education or related field.

ADMINISTRATOR JOB LOG REQUIREMENT

Files (Children)

Staff Binder

Fire /Tornado & Disaster Drills/1st aid kit

Enrollment Tours

Stocking Documents

Educational Binders

SUTQ Binders

Playground Inspection

Break schedules for staff

Managing Staff daily

Making sure cleanliness is maintained daily

Classroom duties as leaders

Responding to emails

Answering company phones

Field trip log and tracking

CDC Compliance & attendance

Ohio Department Education Compliance & Attendance

Nationwide children’s mobile unit

Mid-Ohio Food bank

Life Cubby management

Parent communication

Bi-monthly newsletters

Misc. tasks

ASQ's & Brigances compliance

Maintenance Log

RESPONSIBILITIES

PEOPLE LEADERSHIP

• Identifies, schedules and interviews teacher candidates; Builds networks of external future talent
• Conducts classroom observations, evaluations, and provides feedback that motivates and encourages learning.
• Manages team to ensure TLE curriculum is executed in alignment with brand standards;
• Uses a growth mindset to train, coach and develop for the future
• Listens objectively to employee concerns and plans a recommended course of action
• Builds and communicates weekly schedules
• Daily management of classroom ratios
• Manages new hire paperwork and all employee files in compliance with state licensing regulations
• Builds and communicates center schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intact and labor is effectively managed to budget.

CUSTOMER FOCUS

• Leads tour with prospective families, highlighting key features and points of difference of our curriculum, teacher tenure/quality, etc.
• Regularly communicates with families regarding student progress
• Executes “parent pleasers”
• Execution of our Show and Tell
• Regularly audits and maintains all records and files for students and teachers
• Ensures the physical environment and health/safety standards are full compliance with local and state licensing regulations
• Manages relationships with state licensors and conducts center evaluations
• Responsible for accident/incident reporting
• Medication management
• Conducts monthly emergency safety drills
• Manages new customer administration and files in compliance with state licensing regulations

QUALIFICATIONS

• Two or more years of center leadership/management experience highly preferred.
• At least one year of center leadership/management experience required.
• Must have professional teaching experience with infants to preschool children.
• Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge o
• State licensing rules and regulations.
• CPR and First Aide Certification highly preferred.
• Must meet state specific guidelines

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Pass Background Check for BCI/FBI

ESSENTIAL SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• Two or more years of center leadership/management experience highly preferred.
• At least one year of center leadership/management experience required.
• Must have professional teaching experience with infants to school age children.
• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field highly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.
• CPR and First Aide Certification highly preferred.

• Complies with all state education and licensing standards, and maintains validation of credentials for the position (i.e. professional development)

• Exhibits strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Able to communication with parent’s and student’s

• Must be 18 years of age or older

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Ability to read and speak English proficiently
• Bilingual preferred but not required

EVALUATION

Performance of the job will be evaluated annually in accordance with CKLC policy and procedure on staff

Chosen Kids Learning Center, LLC is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, marital status, medical condition, disability, age, veteran status or any other legally protected reason.

The forgoing statement describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhausted list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award , we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it's KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it-in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you'll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you'll never be alone. You'll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you're making on the lives of young learners and their families-and knowing that your work matters.

When you join our team as a Teacher we will:

• Invest in you and your career at KinderCare as you create a world-class experience in our classrooms
• Reward your commitment to our children and families as your journey continues with us

• Implement KinderCare's curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child
• Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn
• Partner and connect with parents, with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
• Support your center's success; partner with center staff and leadership to achieve goals around enrollment, accreditation, and engagement
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts and corporate partners

• Outstanding customer service skills, strong organizational skills, and the ability to multi-task and handle multiple situations effectively
• Meet state specific qualifications for the role or willingness to obtain
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Physically able to 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 with children
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Our benefits meet you where you are. We're here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
- Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits. - Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
- Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
- Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
- . and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we're matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you'll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you're anything like us, you'll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.