KinderCare is looking for School-Age Program Director – Childcare & Early Education in Lanoka Harbor, NJ.
This local job opportunity with ID 3939383140 is live since 2026-11-03 17:21:59.
KinderCare is seeking a Site Director to lead our Mill Pond Elementary program, overseeing daily operations, staff, and curriculum for school-age children. You will create a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment that supports each child’s academic and social-emotional growth. Responsibilities include managing staff performance, partnering with families and school leaders, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving enrollment and budget goals. This role offers the opportunity to shape program quality, mentor educators, and grow your career within a supportive, learning-focused organization. Lead daily operations of Mill Pond Elementary center, ensuring a safe, nurturing learning environment Supervise, coach, and develop teaching and support staff to deliver high-quality educational programs Partner with families, school leaders, and community stakeholders to support children’s growth and success Oversee curriculum implementation aligned with KinderCare standards and regulatory requirements Manage center budgeting, enrollment targets, and resource allocation for optimal performance Ensure full compliance with state licensing, health, and safety regulations Monitor learning outcomes and use data to drive continuous improvement in programs and practices Recruit, onboard, and evaluate staff, fostering an inclusive, collaborative culture Resolve parent concerns professionally while maintaining strong family relationships Support professional development initiatives and model best practices in early childhood education Center administration Staff supervision Curriculum implementation Budget management Enrollment management Regulatory compliance Family and stakeholder communication Program evaluation Safety and risk management Conflict resolution Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Life Insurance 401k State director or childcare administrator credential (where required) State teaching or early childhood certification preferred CPR and First Aid certification Background check eligibility per state regulations5c143e31-5e48-4549-b638-05792d185386
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