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Program Administrator II - Remote with 30% Travel

KinderCare Learning Companies, Zion, IL, United States


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. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.

We have an exciting opportunity for a Program Administrator. In this role, you will be responsible for supporting a critical revenue stream, the USDA Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), as well as other areas of regulatory compliance in qualified centers. They will inspire change and maximize revenue while seeking to ensure they are aligned with the culture and demonstrate KinderCare service values in all that they do. If you enjoy inspiring change and improving business performance, this could be the right role for you.

Responsibilities

Maximize the financial benefit of the Child & Adult Care Food Program and other regulatory programs by proactively evaluating, supporting, and training our centers.

Commit to results and influence centers to achieve goals and established metrics.

Ensure compliance by meeting deadlines and applicable state and federal requirements.

Become proficient in state regulations and approved health and nutrition services and serve as a resource for our centers.

Qualifications

Prior training, operations, program implementation, or business partner experience in a multi‑unit environment

Ability to influence partners and serve as a change agent

Outstanding organizational and time management skills required

Self‑directed with a strong attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Strong PC skills/knowledge covering general office software, including MS Office (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and email required.

Able to travel (approximately 25‑50%) by air or auto to distant cities and states, includes overnight.

Benefits

Know you and your whole family are 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.

Salary: Range $59,500.00 - $87,800.00

Equal Opportunity Employer
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.

Job Posting End Date: 2026-07-21

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