Job Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and energetic Center Manager to lead and oversee the daily operations of our educational and childcare center. In this pivotal role, you will drive program excellence, foster a positive environment for staff and students, and ensure the smooth functioning of all administrative and educational activities. Your leadership will inspire teams, enhance program development, and uphold the highest standards of early childhood education and administrative efficiency. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a vibrant learning community while managing a dedicated team committed to educational excellence.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Student & Academic Support
- Teach students during their first instructional session and provide instruction as needed.
- Administer initial academic evaluations.
- Assist with new student onboarding and orientation.
- Conduct parent interim conferences (ICs) with families to review progress.
- Complete program audits to ensure student programs remain accurate and effective.
Scheduling & Program Management
- Help monitor and maintain student and teacher schedules.
- Ensuring all first day program components are complete.
- Coordinate student practice test scheduling.
- Manage new student intakes, virtual conferences, and enrollment preparation.
Administrative & Operational Duties
- Perform daily administrative and office functions.
- Process billing statements.
- Monitor center inventory and communicate supply needs to the Center Director.
- Maintain center organization and complete daily facility maintenance tasks.
- Assist with daily operational workflows to ensure efficient center performance.
Family & Customer Relations
- Conduct initial inquiries, educational consultations, and student intakes.
- Provide outstanding customer service to prospective and current families.
- Build positive relationships with students, parents, and staff through consistent communication.
Marketing & Community Engagement
- Help coordinate and promote center events, workshops, and community outreach initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Proven personnel management skills with experience supervising staff in educational settings or early childhood centers.
- Demonstrated ability in program development tailored for children’s developmental needs as well as higher education contexts if applicable.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and educational administrative software systems.
- Prior experience as a school administrative director or in a leadership role within an early childhood or education center is highly desirable.
- Strong writing skills for report writing, documentation, and communication with stakeholders.
- Knowledge of childcare regulations, early childhood education best practices, and university or higher education administration principles.
- Excellent team leadership abilities with a focus on fostering collaboration among diverse teams.
Join us as a Center Manager to lead with passion, innovate educational programs, manage operations efficiently, and create an inspiring environment where children thrive and staff excel!
Pay: From $47,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
