Careers

As a Director In Training, you'll play a pivotal role in empowering our staff to deliver top-notch learning experiences to our students. Once your training is complete, you will be placed at one of our exciting centers.

Responsibilities

• Identify, recruit, and hire exceptional candidates to enhance center operations and educational quality.
• Maintain optimal staffing levels through succession planning and efficient hiring processes.
• Manage weekly staffing schedules and ensure compliance with licensing requirements.
• Assess staff strengths and development areas accurately. Provide training, coaching, and support to cultivate talent and improve performance.
• Guide staff in designing and implementing engaging, age-appropriate programs.
• Recognize and reward outstanding performance, including recommending merit raises.
• Foster a collaborative and positive work environment where team members thrive.
• Encourage participation in decision-making and acknowledge individual and team achievements, fostering high morale and retention.
• Utilize data analysis to evaluate business performance and identify areas for improvement.
• Propose effective strategies to drive results and enhance outcomes.

Education requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field.
• CPR certification (required).
• Previous experience in childcare.
• Previous administrative experience.
• Excellent communication skills.

Benefits

• Generous $10,000 bonus
• Discounted childcare for employees
• Personal and vacation paid time off
• Enrollment bonus

While performing all Admissions Coordinator duties as assigned, the ECE Admissions Coordinator provides administrative support to Program Directors through a range of tasks related to communication and organization, including phone and web-based inquiries and talent acquisition. Other responsibilities include completing weekly and monthly operational reports, analyzing data for continued call center improvement, and acting as a liaison between school administrative staff and admissions as needed.

What you will do

• Engage in inquiry and tour conversations to welcome families into our schools. Manage the CRM system to track conversations and conversions.
• Prepare weekly and monthly reports analyzing call center data to gain an understanding of clear expectations and improve call center performance.

Essential skills & experience

• Bilingual in Spanish and English
• Desire to continuously improve systems and communication
• Passion for helping people, skilled in persuading others and a strong interest in sales
• Strong understanding of a customer-obsessed culture
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and excellent attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel; ProCare a plus
• Strong leadership, conflict resolution, interpersonal and communication skills

Are you passionate about early childhood education and committed to providing high-quality learning experiences for young children? We are seeking a dedicated Head Teacher to lead our Pre-K4 program and create a stimulating and nurturing environment where children can grow and thrive. As a Full-Time Head Teacher for Pre-K4, you will be responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive curriculum that supports children's social, emotional, and cognitive development. You will lead a team of educators, collaborate with parents, and ensure a safe and engaging learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities that align with curriculum goals and standards.
• Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment where children feel valued, supported, and encouraged to explore and learn.
• Lead daily classroom activities, including circle time, art projects, music and movement, outdoor play, and more.
• Collaborate with assistant teachers and support staff to effectively manage classroom dynamics and meet the needs of individual students.
• Conduct ongoing assessments and observations to track children's progress and adjust instructional strategies as needed.
• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians to provide updates on children's development, share insights from the classroom, and address any concerns or questions.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development opportunities, and school events to contribute to a positive and collaborative learning community.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred).
• State teaching certification for early childhood education (preferred).
• Minimum of 1 year of teaching or childcare experience, with experience in a lead or head teacher role preferred.
• CPR Certification and/or Child Development Associate Certification (preferred).
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and maintain positive relationships with children, parents, and colleagues.

Our dedicated Operations Managers work to empower their staff to ensure that our students are getting the very best learning experiences and the most advanced learning.

Responsibilities

• Assists the director with conducting the daily responsibilities of center operations in accordance with guidelines established by Growing Seeds Learning Academy and other designated quality standards.
• Assumes director responsibilities in the director's absence.
• Incorporates company mission, culture, goals, values, philosophies and policies into day-to-day work to create and maintain an inclusive environment and positive relationships with families, staff and clients.
• Leads and directs the work of others. Ensures teaching teams are complying with health and safety practices, company policies and licensing regulations.
• Assists director in overseeing operational performance, including enrollment, marketing, tuition and billing.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Development or related field (preferred)
• CPR certified and trained (required)
• Strong customer service skills
• Classroom experience
• Administrative experience
• Teacher training experience
• Good communication skills

Provide a safe and nurturing environment that encourages children's social, emotional, physical, and intellectual development. Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum according to guidelines established by Growing Seeds Learning Academy and other designated quality standards. Incorporate GSLA's mission, culture, values, philosophies, and policies into day-to-day work. Maintain positive relationships with families, children, colleagues, and supervisors. Ensure safety and supervision of children at all times by fulfilling critical health and safety duties. Celebrate and value all children and adults by welcoming and honoring their unique abilities and backgrounds.

Staff/child interactions

• Interact with children frequently, affectionately, and respectfully at their level in all settings. Encourage and model social behavior and expectations that are developmentally appropriate. Use positive guidance techniques when responding to children's behavior per GSLA's policies and applicable state requirements.
• Enhance children's play with language, materials, and activities. Engage in frequent conversations with children and look for opportunities to expand their learning and extend their thinking.

Supervision, health and safety

• Keep children within limits of sight and sound supervision at all times. Maintain accurate attendance/tracking (Procare) throughout the day. Know the number of children in your care, and maintain required staff/child ratios.
• Follow all health and safety procedures established by Growing Seeds Learning Academy and other designated quality standards. Maintain a safe, clean, appealing, and organized work area which is accessible to children.

Program/curriculum

• Support children's growth and development in all domains by fully implementing the Creative Curriculum. Plan classroom daily schedules that provide a balance of activities. Maintain flexibility to change planned activities according to children's interests.
• Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate materials and activities which foster social skills and encourage children to problem solve, question, experiment, and be creative. Celebrate diversity by providing materials and experiences that reflect both local and global communities.

Family partnerships

• Welcome and greet all visitors and families with a friendly and professional demeanor. Respond to parent/guardian comments and concerns with sensitivity, interest, and respect. Share positive, individualized information with families daily regarding the development and specific activities of children. Conduct periodic family conferences to discuss transitions and developmental goals for children.

Professionalism and teamwork

• Develop positive relationships with colleagues through professional and respectful communication and collaboration. Ensure continuity of care for children by reporting to work on time and maintaining consistent attendance. Attend all mandatory meetings including staff meetings, training, and other location events.
• Demonstrate commitment to lifelong learning by actively engaging in continuing professional development. Must be flexible and willing to work in another classroom if necessary; scheduled hours may change due to enrollment and staff availability.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED equivalent; must meet state requirements for education. Related college-level coursework or CDA coursework is preferred.
• Must meet state requirements for childcare teaching experience. 12 months of professional teaching experience is preferred.
• Follow state, federal and GSLA guidelines regarding immunizations, employment physical, and required health and safety training.
• Frequently lift, move, or hold children weighing 10 to 40 pounds; occasionally more than 40 pounds.