Center Director

Acelero Learning•Racine, WI

3d•$71,904 - $71,904

About The Position

Are you a socially conscious, dedicated individual who is committed to building a better future for children, families, and their communities? If so, join us as we support early childhood education programs across the country to create positive outcomes for the children and families served. Acelero, Inc. is looking for a Center Director to drive our mission to eliminate the gaps between young children’s potential and their success in school and life. Working as a Center Director at Acelero Learning will give you the opportunity to ensure full implementation of all aspects of Acelero Learning’s early learning system, policies/procedures and tools, with the goal of supporting all children to achieve School Readiness Goals. Why Acelero? Our mission is bold: To design and deliver research and evidence-based approaches to eliminate the gaps between young children's inherent potential and their achievement in school and life. With our partners, we accelerate child and family outcomes that honor all of the aspirations and cultures of the communities we serve. Our values: Championing Equality; Data-Informed Learning; Transparent & Open Communication; Growth Mindset; Championing Equality; Caring Teams & Communities. Your Role: As a Center Director, you will supervise all teaching staff (teachers, assistant teachers, floaters, substitutes and extended day), and you will provide ongoing coaching to teaching staff to support them in successfully fulfilling all aspects of their role. Are you ready to lead by example?! What You’ll Do: To be successful and to thrive in this role, you should have previous experience managing an infant/toddler or preschool program Serve as an education lead for the center, overseeing implementation of all aspects of education services and providing teachers with supervision, training, coaching and monitoring. Directly supervise center staff, ensure completion of all human resources activities, and ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures. Create a vision for the program, center or department to inspire others. Drive toward results while maintaining focus with process and relationships. Share authority in meaningful ways; build the leadership capacity of others.

Requirements

Effective operating, management and relationship skills
Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education OR a Bachelor’s Degree in related field with at least 12 Credits in Early Childhood Education
At least one year of experience with supervision, management or coaching

Nice To Haves

Master’s Degree preferred

Responsibilities

Supervise all teaching staff (teachers, assistant teachers, floaters, substitutes and extended day)
Provide ongoing coaching to teaching staff
Serve as an education lead for the center
Oversee implementation of all aspects of education services
Provide teachers with supervision, training, coaching and monitoring
Directly supervise center staff
Ensure completion of all human resources activities
Ensure compliance with relevant policies and procedures
Create a vision for the program, center or department to inspire others
Drive toward results while maintaining focus with process and relationships
Share authority in meaningful ways
Build the leadership capacity of others

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance with multiple plan options to fit your needs
Health Savings Account (HSA) with company contributions up to $800 annually
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for health and dependent care expenses
401(k) Retirement Plan with up to 4% company match and immediate vesting
Company-paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability and Basic Life Insurance
Up to $500 per year in Professional Development Reimbursements
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with counseling and mental wellness support
Wellness Programs, including virtual fitness, nutrition, and mindfulness classes
Pet Insurance, Legal Assistance, ID Theft Protection, and Employee Discount Perks
Average of 5 weeks of paid time off during 1st year of employment
Comprehensive benefits, including 401K matching and 100% vesting program