Could You Lead Broome County’s New KinderCare? Director Job Starts at $70,000

Someone is about to be handed a brand new KinderCare, a spring 2027 opening date, and a team that still has to be built. That’s the Center Director job at the Broome County center opening at Oakdale Commons, and KinderCare wants it filled by the end of November.

According to the Broome County Executive’s Office, applications are open now. The posting asks for at least one year of leadership experience.

Broome County KinderCare Center Director Job Duties

This job starts well before the first family walks through the door. The director helps get the center ready for opening day and then leads it day to day. Because a new center has to build its crew from scratch, hiring, engaging, and developing a team of educators is a big part of the work.

The director also partners with parents, builds relationships with families and teachers in the building, and stays in touch with state licensing authorities. There’s a little salesperson in the job too. The posting says directors use business and marketing savvy to grow KinderCare’s presence in the community, which for a center that hasn’t opened yet means getting the word out around Broome County and filling classrooms.

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Broome County KinderCare Director Salary Starts at $70,000

The county’s announcement lists a target starting salary of $70,000 per year for the full-time, in-person position. Quarterly bonuses are possible, and the county offers a 401(k) retirement plan.

Benefits include medical coverage, dental and vision, and discounted child care for employees' families. The posting also mentions employee assistance programs, wellness programs, paid time off, and discounts on work necessities like cell phones. It even says the health coverage extends to your pets.

Broome County KinderCare Hours and End-of-November Hiring Goal

The position is 40 hours a week, Monday through Friday, and the posting says you need to work on-site at the center every day. The schedule can vary within the center’s operating hours of 7 a.m. to 6 p.m., so plan on some early mornings and some later afternoons.

KinderCare wants to fill the job by the end of November, giving the new director a few months to prepare the center and the team before the spring 2027 opening.

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Broome County KinderCare Center Director Application Details

You can read the full description and apply online at Broome County Center Director.

Here’s what the posting asks for:

• At least one year of leadership experience, with the ability to develop and inspire a team
• Strong customer service and organizational skills
• Budget and financial accountability, with revenue generation experience preferred
• Knowledge of NAEYC/NAC accreditation and state licensing, which is preferred
• The ability to meet state-specific guidelines for the role

It’s also a physical job. You need to be able to lift at least 40 pounds, get down to the kids’ level, and stay active through the day.

With the end of November goal coming up fast, this is one to pass along to anyone you know who has led a team and been looking for something that matters.