Childcare center operation support manager Middletown

Childcare center operation support manager

Full Time • Middletown
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Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off

Operations Support Manager

Celebree School of Hershey

Position Summary

The Operations Support Manager plays an essential role in supporting the daily operations, educational quality, safety, and overall success of Celebree School of Hershey.

We are seeking an experienced Early Childhood Education (ECE) professional who demonstrates strong leadership, flexibility, teamwork, and a genuine passion for nurturing and educating young children.

This individual must be comfortable working in both administrative and classroom settings, supporting school leadership, mentoring teachers, and stepping into different roles as needed to ensure smooth daily operations.

The Operations Support Manager is expected to embrace Celebree's mission to Protect, Educate, and Nurture every child while maintaining high standards of professionalism, communication, and accountability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Daily School Operations & Leadership

  • Support the School Director and leadership team in overseeing daily school operations.

  • Be fully trained and capable of independently performing school opening and closing procedures.

  • Monitor classroom ratios, staffing coverage, schedules, and daily transitions to maintain safe and compliant operations.

  • Provide flexible classroom coverage, teacher breaks, and operational support as needed.

  • Assist with staff scheduling, attendance tracking, and daily operational adjustments.

  • Respond promptly and professionally to unexpected staffing challenges, classroom needs, and emergencies.

  • Demonstrate strong problem-solving skills and sound judgment when making operational decisions.

2. Early Childhood Education & Curriculum Support

  • Possess a strong understanding of child development, age-appropriate teaching practices, and early childhood education standards.

  • Demonstrate proficiency with Teaching Strategies GOLD, including child observations, documentation, developmental assessments, and lesson planning.

  • Support teachers in implementing developmentally appropriate learning experiences across all age groups, from infants through school-age children.

  • Provide hands-on classroom guidance, modeling effective teaching practices, positive guidance, and classroom management strategies.

  • Support teachers in maintaining engaging, organized, and developmentally appropriate learning environments.

  • Be willing to learn and consistently implement Celebree's curriculum, brand standards, and educational philosophy.

  • Promote positive teacher-child interactions and meaningful learning experiences throughout the school.

3. Child Safety, Supervision & Regulatory Compliance

  • Uphold Celebree's commitment to protecting, educating, and nurturing every child.

  • Maintain a strong understanding of Pennsylvania DHS childcare licensing regulations and health and safety requirements.

  • Support classroom supervision, name-to-face procedures, safe transitions, and staff-to-child ratio compliance.

  • Conduct regular classroom walkthroughs to identify potential safety concerns and opportunities for improvement.

  • Assist with licensing inspections, documentation, corrective actions, and ongoing compliance monitoring.

  • Model appropriate child supervision, positive behavior guidance, and professional classroom practices.

4. Teacher Development & Team Support

  • Serve as a positive role model and resource for teachers and support staff.

  • Assist with onboarding, classroom orientation, and training new employees.

  • Coach and mentor teachers in classroom management, curriculum implementation, and professional development.

  • Provide constructive feedback while maintaining respectful, supportive communication.

  • Encourage teamwork, accountability, and a positive school culture.

  • Be willing to step into classrooms and work directly with children whenever additional support is needed.

5. Family Communication & School Culture

  • Build positive, professional relationships with children, families, and staff.

  • Support daily family communication and address routine parent questions or concerns.

  • Assist school leadership with family engagement activities, school events, and community initiatives.

  • Maintain confidentiality, professionalism, and a welcoming school environment.

  • Represent Celebree's core values through respectful communication and consistent leadership.

Required Qualifications

  • Early Childhood Education Director Credential or qualification to serve as a Child Care Director under Pennsylvania DHS requirements.

  • Previous experience in early childhood education, preferably including classroom leadership or childcare management.

  • Strong knowledge of child development, developmentally appropriate practices, and classroom supervision.

  • Experience with Teaching Strategies GOLD or demonstrated ability to learn and apply the system effectively.

  • Familiarity with Pennsylvania childcare licensing regulations.

  • Ability to independently manage school opening and closing responsibilities after training.

  • Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to work flexible schedules based on school operational needs.

  • Willingness to learn and uphold Celebree's curriculum, policies, procedures, and brand expectations.

  • Ability to meet all applicable background clearance, health, and training requirements.

Ideal Candidate

Our ideal Operations Support Manager is someone who:

  • Leads by example and is willing to support wherever needed.

  • Understands early childhood education and recognizes that quality education is just as important as health and safety.

  • Is flexible and dependable, adapting to changing schedules, staffing needs, and school priorities.

  • Is a team player who supports teachers rather than simply directing them.

  • Is detail-oriented and committed to maintaining licensing and brand standards.

  • Is eager to learn and grow professionally while helping others succeed.

  • Believes in our mission to protect, educate, and nurture children every day.

Our Philosophy

At Celebree School of Hershey, we believe we are more than a childcare center. We are an early childhood education school committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment.

Our Operations Support Manager should share our belief that "We Grow People Big and Small."

This role is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting children, developing educators, strengthening school operations, and contributing to the continued growth and success 

Compensation: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year




This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise-owned location. All inquiries about employment at this franchise owned location should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Celebree School Corporate.

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