Area Manager

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Just named to Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Companies for a fifth year, Right At School is looking for a driven individual, who shares our passion for inspiring a love of learning, supporting schools, and giving parents peace of mind.

As an
Area Manager,
you will manage multiple in-school enrichment and childcare programs, working with several school districts in the Chicagoland suburbs. You will be directly accountable for the operations, quality, customer satisfaction and profitability of each site. You will be Right At School's liaison with our program managers, educators, coaches, parents, parent organizations and school administration, as well as licensing agencies and representatives.

Pay Range: $78,000-83,000
A Day in the Life

• Oversees the implementation of Right At School's curriculum and ensures high quality program delivery and continuous improvement in all aspects of program operations
• Maintains direct profit & loss responsibility for assigned programs
• Markets Right At School programs – seeks out opportunities to promote the program at relevant school and community events. Responsible for the internal growth opportunities of all locations in their area
• Ensures Right At School sites/programs meet state specific licensing requirements
• Implements effective standardized operating procedures to help drive program quality
• Develops positive, collaborative relationships with school administration, parent-teacher organizations, outside vendor staff and Right At School staff including Central Office support staff
• Manages key HR functions including scheduling, hiring and disciplining employees, supporting and promoting employee development and training through coaching and mentoring, and communicating with staff on classroom issues and standard operating procedures

Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree and at least 1 year's experience working with school-age youth in the areas of child development, recreation, education or related fields
• Minimum 3 years as a multi-unit manager (5 or more site locations)
• Direct P & L experience
• Knowledge of child care licensing regulations preferred
• Demonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and foster teamwork
• Experience working in a fast paced, high-growth, entrepreneurial environment is a plus
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to multi-task, prioritize work and manage deadlines
• Must possess excellent judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills
• Ability to meet state-specific requirements
• Ability to pass a background checks, including Motor Vehicle Record check (MVR)
• Ability to travel to schools a districts within assigned footprint

Benefits

• Health & Wellness - Medical/Virtual Care, Dental and Vision Insurance Plans
• Pet Health - Pet Discounts Programs and Pet Insurance
• Physical Wellness - Supplemental Insurance (e.g. Short & Long Term Disability)
• Financial Wellness - 401(k) with Company Match & Free Financial Coaching
• Protection & Support - Legal Services, Identity Theft, Transit/Parking Savings Plans, Employee Assistance Program
• Child Care: Free or discounted enrollment in our before/after school programs is offered to Right At School team members within participating facilities.
• Additional Perks: FREE NAA Professional Membership, TicketsAtWork Perks Programs and Cell Phone Discounts
• All benefits and perks available have their own eligibility criteria that must be met.

Here at Right At School, our commitment to equal opportunity runs deep. We really mean that. In order to achieve our goals, we need to work hard to create a diverse workforce so we can reach as many students, parents, and schools as possible. We embrace the uniqueness in everyone and we encourage each individual to be their true selves. Your age, skin color, beliefs, sexual orientation, nationality, disability, parental status, vet status, gender identity are valued here. We do not stand for discrimination or harassment of any kind. Come as you are.
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