Room Manager

Department: School Education

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Eagan, Minnesota

Reporting To: Kelly Wallace

Compensation: $45,000 - $52,000 / year

Purpose of the Role

The Room Manager at N Family School leads the overall quality, compliance, and daily operation of an assigned classroom in line with N Family’s Wildly Important Goals (WIGs). Leading the classroom team, this role holds accountability for children’s care and learning outcomes, team performance and development, and strong family partnerships.

As the primary leader within the classroom, the Room Manager creates a safe, inclusive, and engaging environment where children thrive, Educators grow, and families feel valued and connected. This role ensures consistent delivery of the N Curriculum while maintaining compliance with all licensing, health, safety, and safeguarding requirements.

To be successful in this role, you will Go Beyond, Be Outstandingly Outstanding, and Play as a Team.

Key Responsibilities and Tasks

Classroom Leadership & Educational Excellence

• Lead the implementation of N Family’s learning through play approach and the N Curriculum within the classroom
• Lead the planning and delivery of developmentally appropriate learning experiences tailored to each child’s needs
• Ensure high-quality observations, assessments, and learning plans are completed and acted upon
• Keep learning environments organized, stimulating, and reflective of children’s interests and developmental stages
• Monitor child development and partner with families and school leadership on milestones and support needs

Room Operations & Compliance

• Oversee the daily operation of the classroom, including routines, transitions, mealtimes, and rest periods
• Manage educator-child ratios and classroom team scheduling in accordance with licensing requirements
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local childcare licensing regulations
• Conduct ongoing classroom quality reviews and self-assessments, and implement corrective actions when needed
• Complete and oversee required documentation, records, and reports accurately and on time
• Ensure classroom materials, equipment, and learning resources are maintained and available

Team Leadership & Development

• Direct and oversee the day-to-day practice and performance of Educators assigned to the classroom
• Coach, mentor, and develop Educators through regular observation, feedback, and reflective practice
• Lead onboarding and training of new team members within the classroom
• Partner with school leadership on performance discussions, development planning, and succession planning
• Foster a collaborative, accountable team culture that supports morale, engagement, and retention

Care, Safety & Wellbeing

• Champion safeguarding, child protection, and child welfare responsibilities at all times
• Promote positive behavior guidance, social-emotional development, and a calm, nurturing classroom culture
• Conduct routine health and safety checks and address any concerns immediately
• Ensure health, safety, and safeguarding policies and procedures are embedded in daily routines
• Maintain compliance with mandated reporting requirements and state licensing requirements

Family & Team Collaboration

• Build and maintain strong, positive relationships with families and caregivers
• Communicate regularly with families about children’s development, learning, and classroom activities
• Address family concerns professionally, promptly, and collaboratively
• Encourage family engagement and participation in the school community
• Support school-wide initiatives, events, and operational priorities as required

Professional Practice

• Work a flexible schedule during school operating hours, typically between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., with availability for meetings or…