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.
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When you join our team as an Administrative Assistant, you will:
- Answer incoming telephone calls and direct callers to the appropriate people and resources.
- Greet Families
- Coordinate the resolution of licensing issues, as directed by the Center Director
- Perform miscellaneous office duties including, but not limited to preparing mailings.
- Process paperwork to state licensing agency and subsidy agencies.
- Prepare and track surveys and reports, using filing systems and computerized spreadsheets.
- Generate reports.
- Manage inventory (office supplies and equipment)
- Audit and maintain student files.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year experience performing general clerical and office support duties
- High school education
- Proficiency with a desktop computer. Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel strongly desired
- Demonstrated ability to work with a variety of internal and external contacts in a positive and professional manner.
- Demonstrated ability to solve problems and prioritize issues requiring response in order of importance and level of urgency
- Some light lifting
- Demonstrated ability to work independently with little or no on-site supervision.
- Previous experience in an office environment
- Telephone reception experience desired.
- Knowledge of state licensing requirements
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, 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 : Ridgefield, Connecticut, United States
Job : Teacher and Center Staff