Manager, Educational Programs Share by Email Share on LinkedIn Share on X (http://www.x.com/intent/post?url=https%3A%2F%2Fcareers.learningcaregroup.com%2Fsearch%2Fjobdetails%2Fx%2F0db6759c-9a38-45d7-b3cc-be81c75c8bd0%3Futm\_campaign%3Dss\_tw) Share on Facebook Apply (https://ejql.fa.us6.oraclecloud.com/hcmUI/CandidateExperience/en/sites/CX/job/194063/apply/email) + Brand: Learning Care Group, Inc. + Location: 21333 Haggerty Rd Novi, MI Join a strong community where all we do is care-for the children and families we serve every day, as well as for our dedicated team members. Our people are our best asset. We listen and we know what you're looking for: + You want benefits. We support you with a minimum 50% childcare discount, immediate access to benefits, innovative health programs, 401(k) company match, and much more. + You want balance. We offer flexible schedules that work for you, no nights or weekends, the ability to bring your children to work with you, and paid time off. + You want opportunity. We invest in your future with ongoing training, tuition reimbursement, credential assistance, and our unique Master Teacher Program. + You want recognition. We provide a positive, fun workplace where employees are appreciated. The Manager will be responsible for the development and ongoing management of high-quality early childhood curriculum and programming, including the tools, resources, guides, and supports for school staff. The position will also collaborate within the Education Department and across departments to support curriculum implementation and utilization in LCG schools. Fulfill other education-related duties as outlined by the Director of Educational Programming and CAO. Essential Functions: + Lead the continuing development, review and improvement of LCG curriculum to reflect research and advancements in early childhood education. + Ensure alignment of curriculum with state early learning standards, evidence-based practices, child assessment and research in early childhood education. + Design and develop professional learning frameworks and training for teachers to effectively utilize the curriculum. + Contribute to approvals and validation of LCG’s education program for state requirements, QRIS, grants, and accreditation. + Lead projects and assigned team members to excel in department objectives; provide staff with a clear sense of direction and purpose; communicate effectively and timely with staff. + Oversee projects from inception to completion, creating and adhering to timelines. Take responsibility for planning, managing, reviewing, and communicating expectations and results. + Collaborate cross-functionally within the Education Department as well as across other departments, including Marketing, Training, Safety and Risk, and Food Services. + Visit schools on a regular basis (2-3 visits per quarter) to observe implementation of educational programming. + Maintain a high level of knowledge in the field of early childhood education. + This position is remote; however, attendance is required at Support Central or in designated field locations on an as-needed basis to ensure necessary teamwork, personal interaction, and supervision. + Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities: This position has direct reports. Minimum Job Qualifications: + BA in early childhood education or related field required, MA strongly preferred + Minimum of five (5) years leadership experience in early childhood and/or curriculum development. + Demonstrated expertise in early learning approaches and pedagogy, including developmentally appropriate practice and current learning science. Travel: Variable, up to 25% Other Skills and Abilities Qualifications: + Excellent customer service skills with both internal and external customers. + Capable of working with frequent interruptions and changing priorities. + Effective communication skills, written, verbal and interpersonal. + Proficient time management, organizational skills and ability to meet established deadlines. Compensation and Benefits: + Compensation based on position, education and experience. Bi-weekly paid. + $95-100,000 base salary. + This position is also eligible for our Support Central bonus program which is based on annual achievement of company performance. + Health and Wellness Benefits + Employees are eligible for a variety of health and welfare benefits based on their Full-time or Part-time status on their date of hire, which include medical, dental, vision, healthcare & dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSAs), life insurance, disability, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, pre-paid legal, pet insurance and identity theft protection. + Employees are eligible to participate in our 401(k) retirement plan after 30 days of employment. Participating employees are also eligible to receive a company provided match on their elective deferrals once they reach 1 year of employment with the company. + Employee perks/discounts + Education assistance including tuition reimbursement + Childcare discount available to all employees + Corporate partner Discounts + This position is eligible for paid time off. All Corporate employees are enrolled in our Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) plan. This plan allows for flexibility and discretion between employees and managers in taking time off - with no set accrual for vacation or sick time. Employees can use Flexible PTO for any reason and is compliant with the Colorado Healthy Families Work Act. + Applications accepted through 2/24/25. Learning Care Group is an equal opportunity employer and will not discriminate against an employee or applicant based on race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.