Now Hiring - KinderCare Learning Companies, Inc. - Early Childhood Center Director with $3k Sign-On Bonus! in Maynard, MA

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Join Our Team as a Childcare Center Director There is a $3k sign-on bonus, paid out 30 days after employment! Futures start here. At KinderCare Learning Companies, we don't just run early learning centers--we build strong foundations for children, families, and communities. As the nation's first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we're proud to combine heart-driven work with strong business performance. If you are a strategic leader who thrives at the intersection of people, operations, and growth, the Center Director role offers a meaningful opportunity to lead a high-performing early childhood business while making a lasting impact. Why This Role Matters As a Center Director, you are the CEO of your center. You lead the business, inspire your team, strengthen family relationships, and ensure operational excellence. With KinderCare's world-class curriculum, accreditation standards, and support structure, you'll focus on growing enrollment, developing talent, and delivering exceptional outcomes for children and families. What You'll Do * Lead, hire, and develop a high-performing team of educators and leaders * Drive center performance through strong operational oversight and financial accountability * Manage budgets, monitor revenue, and use data to guide decision-making * Partner with families to deliver outstanding customer experiences and long-term enrollment growth * Build relationships with licensing agencies, community partners, and corporate stakeholders * Use business, sales, and marketing acumen to grow your center's presence in the community * Ensure compliance with licensing, accreditation, health, and safety standards What You Bring * At least one year of leadership experience with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop teams * Strong business judgment with experience in budgeting, financial accountability, or revenue growth * Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively * A customer-focused mindset with strong communication and relationship-building skills * Knowledge of state licensing and accreditation standards (preferred) * Comfort using technology and managing daily on-site operations Why KinderCare * Discounted child care benefits to support your family * Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental health support * Unlimited paid time off and wellness programs designed to support work-life integration * Career growth opportunities within a national organization operating over 2,000 centers * A mission-driven culture where your leadership directly impacts children's lives KinderCare operates accredited, research-backed programs across 40 states and Washington, D.C., expanding access to high-quality early learning for every family. When you join KinderCare, you're joining a company that values strong leadership, sound business practices, and people who care deeply about doing meaningful work. Come for the purpose. Stay for the people. Apply today to lead a center where business excellence and early education come together. KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Pay: $67,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Childcare * Dental insurance * Employee assistance program * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Flexible spending account * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Parental leave * Professional development assistance * Referral program * Retirement plan * Tuition reimbursement * Vision insurance Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) Experience: * Center Director: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person