Director of Operations, New Academies

Kiddie AcademyBel Air South, MD
Hybrid

About The Position

As the Director of Operations for New Academies, you will provide direct day-to-day oversight of a designated team of Academy opening support personnel within the Operations Department to support the integrity and quality of Kiddie Academy Operating Systems on a continuous basis in franchised locations. You will also work with your team to promote outstanding sales and customer service skills, strong enrollment, retention, and compliance with all licensing and Franchise Agreement requirements. This position is based in our Corporate Office located in Abingdon, Maryland.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's or graduate degree
  • 5+ years’ experience with Educational Childcare or Franchise Operations
  • Experience with sales, marketing, regulatory agencies and business management
  • Ability to travel
  • Well organized, with strong presentation and facilitation skills
  • Attention to details with ability to meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Able to work proactively and provide problem-solving abilities
  • Exemplary commitment to customer service and the success of franchisees and Kiddie Academy

Nice To Haves

  • 3+ years supervisory experience leading a team preferred

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct day-to-day oversight of a designated team of Academy opening support personnel within the Operations Department.
  • Support the integrity and quality of Kiddie Academy Operating Systems on a continuous basis in franchised locations.
  • Work with your team to promote outstanding sales and customer service skills.
  • Promote strong enrollment and retention.
  • Ensure compliance with all licensing and Franchise Agreement requirements.

Benefits

  • Salary Range of $125,000-130,000 annually
  • 100% company-paid medical and life insurance for you
  • 100% company-paid dental and vision for you
  • 401K and 4% employer match upon eligibility
  • Childcare tuition discounts
  • Paid parental leave
  • Generous paid time off, including vacation, PTO and holidays
  • Paid volunteer time off to support local nonprofits
  • Flexibility through an allowance of work from home days
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