KinderCare Learning Centers Program Specialist Job Overview

We are looking for experienced Program Specialist who have high standards and believe that the care they provide is invaluable. The ideal candidates will have demonstrated the ability to establish effective relationships with parents and children. As a company, we recognize our greatest strength is in the quality and talent of the professionals in our organization.

The Program Specialist will serve as the person in charge of developing and maintaining a high quality program through implementation of educational programming and enhancing and exceeding expectations in assigned classroom(s).  Ensures curriculum is presented as intended. Ensures teachers can speak to the curriculum and what children are learning.  Will work closely with staff in building superior customer service and increasing retention of families enrolled.  Will be responsible to obtain an in-depth knowledge and understanding of each program. Will spend 75% of time in the classroom and be counted in the ratio.  Time in the classroom will include education children and mentoring and modeling for teachers. Will be responsible for training, motivating and leadership of staff and will assist center management with interviewing and hiring of teachers.  Assists in the assignment and responsible direction of staff, provides input to Annual Performance Appraisals with the understanding such appraisals directly impact wage rates, and responds to and adjusts staff concerns.  Meets expectations for delivering customer acquisition and retention, coaching, quality program delivery, financial management, operational compliance and demonstrates expected behaviors.

Requirements for this position include:

·         Conduct quarterly observations of staff or as otherwise directed to meet established standards

·         Orient and train all staff according to established standards

·         Understands responsibilities as a mandated reporter

·         Establish mentor/peer counselor role with all employees in the program

·         Assist staff with developing educational and professional development plan

·         Ensure teachers meet or exceed established criteria for in-service training

·         Effectively schedule staff and children in to classrooms to meet target labor hours and state required ratios

·         Ensure that classroom supplies and equipment are used effectively and are available

·         Provide ample opportunities for parents to ask questions and express concerns

·         Define for parents the educational offerings in the next age group

·         Have a comprehensive understanding of the curriculum. Ensure that teachers effectively present curriculum. Enhance curriculum as needed to meet student’s developmental needs

·         Attends and participates in staff meetings, center events, and parent/customer meetings as requested.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, childcare discount and more! To apply for this position, please click the Apply Now button.  

Knowledge Learning Corporation is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.