School Education Manager, The Children's Courtyard Of Yorkville

The School Education Manager ("SEM") is responsible for the introduction, execution and oversight of all child care center curriculum offerings. The SEM develops, trains, and coaches staff members and ensures the effective delivery of all educational programs along the Kindergarten Readiness Pathway. The SEM also serves as an ambassador for the school to prospective families.

Job Responsibilities:

• Accountable! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.

• Creative! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day.

• Positive! Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice for the communities we serve.

• Team-oriented! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.

• Dedicated! Help achieve profitability for the company.

• Educate! Observe and evaluate program delivery and curriculum implementation at the School and ensure regular child assessments occur along the School Readiness Pathway.

• Mentor! Regularly conduct observations and provide ongoing feedback and coaching on curriculum implementation, classroom management, and lesson planning.

• Elevate! Work in tandem with the School Director to prepare for and maintain accreditation status by ensuring the effective delivery of educational programming. Stay current on company program offerings and ensure school operates with the most up-to-date curriculum/program expectations.

Job Requirements:

• Minimum of an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Early Elementary or related field.

• At least two (2) years of experience in an early childhood program with at least two (2) years as a lead teacher.

• Meet state licensing requirements for education and experience.

Learning Care Group, Inc. is the second-largest for-profit child care provider in North America and a leader in early education. Our programs are designed for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Across our eight unique brands, we're committed to creating state-of-the-art facilities with the latest technology and expert-driven curricula created by our own Education team.

Our Promise

To make a difference and have a positive impact on every child at our schools, their families, and the communities we serve every day. We support child development for infants to school-age students, through a comprehensive, research-based curriculum in a safe, nurturing, fun school environment. As experts in child care and early education, we empower children to be ready for school, we instill a lifelong love of learning, and we provide a solid foundation for a successful future.