and the job listing Expires on February 23, 2026
NOW HIRING ASSISTANT DIRECTOR at KinderCare at Radford Early Learning Center!
This program runs as a Full Day Center serving children 6 weeks to 5 years — and we’re looking for an energetic, mission‑driven Assistant Director to help lead our amazing team!
If you’re passionate about early childhood education, love building relationships, and want to support teachers, families, and center operations… we cannot wait to meet you!
Now Hiring At:
KinderCare at the Radford Early Learning Center
– 1511 Tyler Ave, Radford, VA 24141
Program Hours:
Monday – Friday only!
Center Hours:
6:15 AM – 6:00 PM
Why KinderCare Learning Companies? We invest in YOU so you can invest in your team & families!
Training & Onboarding – Be set up for success from day one
Leadership Development – Annual opportunities to grow your skills
Free Mental Health Benefits & Discounted Gym Memberships
Competitive Compensation & Real Growth Potential across our 3 brands
KCE Kids Benefit – 50% tuition discount for your children at any brand location
Robust benefits including medical, dental, vision, and more
What You’ll Do as an Assistant Director: As an Assistant Director, you play a key role in partnering with your Center Director to lead, inspire, and create an environment where children and staff thrive.
Leadership & Operations
Support center leadership in meeting enrollment, accreditation, and operational goals
Help maintain licensing standards and ensure compliance
Step into classroom, kitchen, or support roles as needed to ensure smooth operations
Family & Staff Partnerships
Build strong, positive relationships with families, teachers, and community partners
Partner with parents to ensure their children receive the highest quality care
Support teaching teams with curriculum implementation, coaching, and guidance
Culture & Safety
Foster a warm, inclusive, joyful environment for children and staff
Ensure classrooms meet safety, supervision, and engagement expectations
Monitor center safety procedures, conduct headcounts, and support daily center needs
What You Bring
2+ years of Early Childhood Education experience
Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices
Strong administrative, communication, and organizational skills
CPR/First Aid or willingness to obtain
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, work indoors/outdoors, and maintain visual/auditory supervision
Meet all state-specific licensing requirements
Ability to speak, read, and write in English
Commitment to creating a welcoming, professional, family-centered environment
Ready to Lead with Passion? How will YOU inspire brilliance and help shape the future of children, families, and your center team? If you’re excited to take the next step in your early childhood leadership career — apply today!
KinderCare Education is the nation’s leader in early childhood education. We nourish curiosity through purposeful experiences to create a future full of lifelong learners. From our National Support Center to the classrooms where learning comes to life, we’re united by a passion to create a world of learning, joy and adventure for more than 161,000 children ages six-weeks through 12 years every day!
KinderCare Education employs more than 32,000 team members across 1,700 locations nationwide. Our devoted family of education providers leads the nation in accreditation and includes KinderCare Learning Centers, KinderCare Education at Work, Champions Before- and After-School Programs, Cambridge Schools™, Knowledge Beginnings and The Grove School.
KinderCare Education 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.
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NOW HIRING ASSISTANT DIRECTOR at KinderCare at Radford Early Learning Center!
This program runs as a Full Day Center serving children 6 weeks to 5 years — and we’re looking for an energetic, mission‑driven Assistant Director to help lead our amazing team!
If you’re passionate about early childhood education, love building relationships, and want to support teachers, families, and center operations… we cannot wait to meet you!
Now Hiring At:
KinderCare at the Radford Early Learning Center
– 1511 Tyler Ave, Radford, VA 24141
Program Hours:
Monday – Friday only!
Center Hours:
6:15 AM – 6:00 PM
Why KinderCare Learning Companies? We invest in YOU so you can invest in your team & families!
Training & Onboarding – Be set up for success from day one
Leadership Development – Annual opportunities to grow your skills
Free Mental Health Benefits & Discounted Gym Memberships
Competitive Compensation & Real Growth Potential across our 3 brands
KCE Kids Benefit – 50% tuition discount for your children at any brand location
Robust benefits including medical, dental, vision, and more
What You’ll Do as an Assistant Director: As an Assistant Director, you play a key role in partnering with your Center Director to lead, inspire, and create an environment where children and staff thrive.
Leadership & Operations
Support center leadership in meeting enrollment, accreditation, and operational goals
Help maintain licensing standards and ensure compliance
Step into classroom, kitchen, or support roles as needed to ensure smooth operations
Family & Staff Partnerships
Build strong, positive relationships with families, teachers, and community partners
Partner with parents to ensure their children receive the highest quality care
Support teaching teams with curriculum implementation, coaching, and guidance
Culture & Safety
Foster a warm, inclusive, joyful environment for children and staff
Ensure classrooms meet safety, supervision, and engagement expectations
Monitor center safety procedures, conduct headcounts, and support daily center needs
What You Bring
2+ years of Early Childhood Education experience
Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices
Strong administrative, communication, and organizational skills
CPR/First Aid or willingness to obtain
Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, work indoors/outdoors, and maintain visual/auditory supervision
Meet all state-specific licensing requirements
Ability to speak, read, and write in English
Commitment to creating a welcoming, professional, family-centered environment
Ready to Lead with Passion? How will YOU inspire brilliance and help shape the future of children, families, and your center team? If you’re excited to take the next step in your early childhood leadership career — apply today!
KinderCare Education is the nation’s leader in early childhood education. We nourish curiosity through purposeful experiences to create a future full of lifelong learners. From our National Support Center to the classrooms where learning comes to life, we’re united by a passion to create a world of learning, joy and adventure for more than 161,000 children ages six-weeks through 12 years every day!
KinderCare Education employs more than 32,000 team members across 1,700 locations nationwide. Our devoted family of education providers leads the nation in accreditation and includes KinderCare Learning Centers, KinderCare Education at Work, Champions Before- and After-School Programs, Cambridge Schools™, Knowledge Beginnings and The Grove School.
KinderCare Education 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.
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