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Executive Director of Child Care

The Learning Experience of Sun Prairie

Sun Prairie, WI

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Certification, Best Practices, Business Growth, Child Development, Childcare, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Dental Insurance, Early Childhood Education, Interpersonal Skills, Leadership, Lesson Plans, Licensing, Newsletter, Onboarding, Organizational Skills, People Management, Problem Solving Skills, Regulations, Sales, Schedule Development, Social Media, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Tuition Fees, Vehicle Driving, Vision Plan, Workplace Issues
LOCATION
Sun Prairie, WI
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Free uniforms
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave
  • Relocation bonus
  • Signing bonus
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance

Benefits/Perks
  • Great Work Environment
  • Competitive Compensation
  • Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced Executive Director of Child Care to join our team! As the Executive Director of Child Care, you will be responsible for selecting age-appropriate programs, activities, and curricula for the children in our care. You will also support the current staff, manage scheduling and office supplies, bring positive communication to the team, and implement new strategies to grow and expand our outreach. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a deep understanding of child development and education, and experience managing staff.  



  • Deliver a luxury-level tour and enrollment experience for prospective families
  • Manage online presence, social media engagement, and positive reviews
  • Proven salesmanship and business-growth experience, with the ability to drive enrollment, conversion, and retention in a premium service environment
  • Demonstrated success in hiring, onboarding, training, and developing high-performing teams
  • Strong ability to hold staff accountable to performance goals, expectations, and professional standards
  • Confident, solution-focused conflict resolution skills, including addressing employee performance issues and family concerns with professionalism and care
  • Required state Director or Administrative Credential and ability to meet all licensing and background requirements
  • Solid understanding of early childhood education best practices and licensing regulations
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills
  • Results-driven mindset with the ability to balance educational excellence and business performance

Responsibilities 
  • Select an accredited curriculum based on each classroom’s needs and programs
  • Ensure that we are always in compliance with county and state regulations, as well as with the Department of Education
  • Manage staff expectations and handle any issues, including scheduling and interpersonal conflicts that may arise
  • Review and approve all lesson plans, printed materials, bulletin announcements, and newsletters
  • Plan extra-curricular activities, including in-house entertainment and field trips or destinations
Qualifications
  • The required licensing/certification to perform this role
  • Past experience working with children
  • Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education is preferred
  • Demonstrated experience managing a team
  • Deep understanding of childcare, child development, and education

About the Company

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The Learning Experience of Sun Prairie