Business Operations Manager

• Base Pay $50,000.00 - $55,000.00 / Year
• Job Category Administrative , Childcare, Office Coordinator

As Business Operations Manager, you will help shape how The Little Apple operates, grows, and connects with its community.

Responsibilities include:

Drive enrollment and family engagement by managing inquiries and waitlists, conducting center tours, supporting prospective families, and creating a welcoming experience from first contact through enrollment.

Support center marketing and outreach efforts , including community engagement, events, enrollment initiatives, and opportunities to build awareness of The Little Apple among City employees and other key audiences.

Serve as a key point of contact for families and center stakeholders , building strong relationships and ensuring timely, thoughtful communication.

Help build and maintain strong center operations , developing systems and processes that keep the center organized, responsive, and running smoothly.

Manage licensing, accreditation, and program documentation , ensuring records are complete, accurate, organized, and up to date.

Oversee key administrative and financial processes , including tuition tracking, petty cash, center records, and office management systems.

Coordinate center purchasing and inventory , ensuring classrooms and shared spaces have the supplies, materials, and snacks they need.

Partner with Human Resources on staffing and recruitment , including personnel documentation, candidate coordination, onboarding, and other center staffing needs.

Coordinate and maintain UPK records and documentation , working with center and company leadership to meet program requirements.

Support the successful launch and continued growth of The Little Apple , jumping in where needed and identifying opportunities to improve the experience for children, families, staff, and partners.

Bring an ownership mindset to the role , taking initiative, solving problems, and treating the center’s success as your own.

Requirements

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Candidate must have at least two years experience as an administrative assistant

Excellent oral and written English language skills

Strong computer, organizational and customer service skills.

Knowledge of Early Childhood Education a plus.

Summary

• ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) qualified Retirement Benefit Plan. Eligible employees receive this retirement benefit, at no cost.
• Full-Time employees accrue 17 Vacation Days and 7 Sick Days annually
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Prudential Life and AD&D Insurances - 1x annual salary, at no cost
• Commuter - Transit (Subway, Bus, Train, Parking)
• Voluntary Insurances:
  Short-Term Disability, Accident, Hospital
• Tuition Reimbursement/Degree Incentive Reward
• Wellness:
  Mental Health - 3 Therapy visits per year, at no cost.
• Childcare Discount where available
• Professional Development
• Ticketsat Work

Who We Are

Imagine Early Learning Centers, an employee owned child care management company, operates twelve high quality, full day licensed and NAEYC accredited Early Childhood centers in the NY metro area for children 6 weeks to 5-years-old. With state of the art facilities, professional development opportunities for promotion, a teamwork approach to classroom and center management, and an innovative and rewarding work environment, Imagine maintains a satisfied and talented teacher staff.

At Imagine, we know children, as well as staff and families, thrive in a stimulating and nurturing environment. Staff, children and families alike are valued as individuals and as members of our diverse community.

Additional information

Imagine Early Learning Centers is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing a workplace free from harassment and discrimination. We value a diverse, inclusive workforce and celebrate the unique differences of our employees. All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, religion, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you are unable to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at  . Imagine will reasonably accommodate qualified individuals with disabilities to the extent required by applicable law.