Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. We pave the way for their lifelong learning journey ahead. And we want you to join us in shaping a future we can all be proud to share—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

Our teachers, center staff, and field leaders are the heart and soul of our business. When you join us, you’ll be directly supporting children and their education every day and experiencing the trials and triumphs that come with that responsibility. But you’ll never be alone. You’ll do it all with a village of dedicated and passionate humans who care as much about helping kids reach their highest potential as you do. The best part? Seeing the positive impact you’re making on the lives of young learners and their families—and knowing that your work matters.

As the Crème School Director of Operations, you will be responsible for overseeing the daily operational aspects of our early childhood education school. This leadership role involves managing school support staff and administrative processes, ensuring efficient use of resources, and maintaining a safe and conducive learning environment. Your contributions will play a key role in supporting the overall success of our Crème program!

As the Crème School Director of Operations, you will:

• Develop and implement operational plans aligned with Crème’s mission, goals, and educational objectives.

• Collaborate with other leaders to integrate operational strategies with educational initiatives.

• Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of facilities, ensuring a secure and comfortable environment for children, staff, and visitors.

• Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers to address facility needs.

• Optimize resource allocation, including budgets, staffing, and supplies, to support efficient operations.

• Monitor and manage family billing and operational expenses within budgetary constraints.

• Supervise administrative staff and center support, providing leadership and guidance.

• Coordinate with Executive Director to ensure appropriate staffing levels and manage payroll

• Foster effective communication and collaboration between staff within the school

• Work closely with the education team to align operational support with educational goals.

• Assist as needed in daily school operations, at times including direct supervision of children

• Bachelor’s degree in early business administration, operations management, or a related field (preferred)

• Proven experience in operations management, preferably in an educational or childcare setting.

• Strong organizational and leadership skills with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

• Knowledge of budgeting and financial management

• Able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.

• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity.

• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the

integration of work and life:

• Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.

• Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).

• Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.

• Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, generous paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.

• … and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people.

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.

Primary Location : South Barrington, Illinois, United States

Job : Field Leadership