Oct. 16, 2025

Acting Assistant Director

KinderCare Education Lexington, Kentucky

About the position Responsibilities • Assist the Center Director in leading teaching staff, supporting families, and achieving enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives • Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children • Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners • Serve in various roles throughout the center as needed, including teacher, cook, and/or driver Requirements • At least two years of early childhood education experience required, with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and the ability to ensure its use in the classroom • Excellent administrative, organizational, verbal, listening, and communication skills required • CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain • Meet state specific guidelines for the role • Physically 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 Benefits • Discounted child care benefits • Medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!) • Employee assistance programs for mental health and personal growth • Access to health and wellness programs • Paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones

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