Director Operations - Crme

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 Crme de la Crme, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping itin neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At Crme de la Crme, learning comes alive like nowhere else. Our centers are places that never stand still because kids never do. And when you join us, you'll become part of that magicmaking a memorable impact on young learners and their families every day. In our wow-worthy world of learning, your talents will be the catalyst for creating child care experiences you've never imagined. You'll link arms with other exceptional humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you doand you'll know that your work matters.

As the Crme School Director of Operations, you will:

• Develop and implement operational plans aligned with Crme's mission, goals, and educational objectives.
• Collaborate with other leaders to integrate operational strategies with educational initiatives.
• Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of facilities, ensuring a secure and comfortable environment for children, staff, and visitors.
• Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers to address facility needs.
• Optimize resource allocation, including budgets, staffing, and supplies, to support efficient operations.
• Monitor and manage family billing and operational expenses within budgetary constraints.
• Supervise administrative staff and center support, providing leadership and guidance.
• Coordinate with Executive Director to ensure appropriate staffing levels and manage payroll.
• Foster effective communication and collaboration between staff within the school.
• Work closely with the education team to align operational support with educational goals.
• Assist as needed in daily school operations, at times including direct supervision of children.

Bachelor's degree in early business administration, operations management, or a related field (preferred)

Proven experience in operations management, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.

Strong organizational and leadership skills with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Knowledge of budgeting and financial management

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 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.

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.