Kids & Company Preschool Director (On-site)
About The Position
Have a passion for early education? Then we have something in common! If you know Lakeshore, then you know what we’re all about—making sure that early learners have the tools they need to learn and grow. At Kids & Company Child Development Center, we’ve created a program that puts those objectives front and center. We have an outstanding curriculum, the full participation of our parents and a great staff—the only thing missing is you! The Kids & Company Director (Infant to Preschool) is responsible for overseeing the daily operations and administration of the infant, toddler and preschool programs. This role involves ensuring a safe, nurturing and educational environment for children, managing teachers and maintaining compliance with all state licensing regulations. You’ll lead and be part of a wonderful team. For over 35 years, Kids & Company has been a cornerstone for our employees’ children, offering a full-day program that goes beyond the ordinary. Our Nature Explore® classroom is just the beginning! As a leader at Lakeshore’s only Preschool Center, you’ll have the unique opportunity to shape the future of early childhood education. Imagine crafting strategies and guiding a dynamic team while integrating Lakeshore’s cutting-edge educational materials and toys into your curriculum. It’s more than a job—it’s a chance to inspire and innovate every day!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related field (master’s preferred)
- Minimum of 10 years of experience in early childhood education, with at least four years in a leadership role
- Current Pediatric First Aid & CPR certified with anaphylaxis and asthma training preferred
- Knowledgeable in all aspects of child development, creative classroom environments and best practices, with a good understanding of the California Preschool Learning Foundations & California Infant/Toddler Curriculum Framework
- Offer tailored teaching strategies to support diverse learning styles and accommodate children with disabilities
- Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills
- Open form of communication that’s adaptable to children, parents and staff, building positive and trusting relationships
- Nurturing, compassionate and enthusiastic demeanor
- Flexibility to provide care for children at all levels as needed
- Able to promote parent engagement and center events to build a strong center community
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement age-appropriate curriculum and activities that promote physical, emotional, social and cognitive development.
- Be the primary decision maker in all things related to Kids & Company
- Recruit, train, manage and support teachers.
- Conduct regular performance evaluations and provide ongoing professional development opportunities
- Foster strong relationships with parents and guardians through regular communication, meetings and events.
- Address any concerns or questions promptly and professionally
- Ensure the program meets all licensing requirements and adheres to health and safety regulations.
- Maintain accurate records and documentation
- Oversee the program’s budget, including managing expenses and resources efficiently
- Represent the school in the community and build partnerships with local organizations and stakeholders
Benefits
- Bonus eligible
- Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding
- Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA
- 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday)
- Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest
- On-site preschool for our employees’ children
- On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs
- Generous employee discount
- Casual dress…and we really mean it
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
