Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the Gallup Exceptional Workplace Award, we offer a variety of early education and child care options for families. Whether it’s KinderCare Learning Centers, Champions, or Crème de la Crème, we build confidence for kids, families, and the future we share. And we want you to join us in shaping it—in neighborhoods, at work, and in schools nationwide.

At KinderCare Learning Companies, you’ll use your skills and expertise to support the work (and fun) that happens in our sites and centers every day. From marketers and strategists to financial analysts and data engineers, and so much more, we’re all passionate about crafting a world where children, families, and organizations can thrive.  

When you join our team as a Senior Government Funding Project Manager, you will help strengthen the Pre-K, Head Start, and Early Head Start programs serving children and families in our centers. You’ll partner with center and field leaders, colleagues, and state agencies to provide guidance, monitor grant requirements, and create practical resources that support program success. As a trusted expert for your assigned states, you’ll build strong relationships and help our teams navigate evolving requirements with confidence. 

Responsibilities: 

• Support the implementation and ongoing fidelity of our Pre-K and Head Start / Early Head Start Programs that are contracted to operate in our centers 

• Support center and field leaders with their understanding of Pre-K and Head Start program operations and compliance, developing methods for support and assistance where possible 

• In collaboration with your colleagues, create state and/or contract-specific tools and resources to support grant compliance needs and data monitoring  

• Collaborate with colleagues to support the ongoing monitoring of the grant life cycle and connect with the field to collect data for grant renewals as needed 

• Create and sustain relationships with state agency partners for program operation needs 

• Create and sustain relationships with center and field leaders to provide updates on grant progress and check in on program metrics like recruiting, family engagement, home visits, spending, and other program-specific needs   

• Act as the content expert for the state portfolio that you are assigned to, keeping abreast of program information and expectations as they change over time  

• Collaborate with peers to collect and maintain state and program data to track the overall progress of the Pre-K and Head Start programs in our centers and their expectations 

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood or related field with ECE experience preferred 

• Experience with Pre-K / Head Start / Early Head Start programs that will be assigned as part of the portfolio overview  

• Strong computer skills covering general office software, including MS Office 

• Professional verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to foster open dialogue  

• Ability to meet deadlines in a timely manner by prioritizing work in a multi-task environment   

• Ability to travel to assigned centers to conduct Quarterly Observations (~25%)  

• Overnight travel is occasionally required depending on assignment  

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Our benefits meet you where you are. We’re here to help our employees navigate the integration of work and life:
- Know your whole family is supported with discounted child care benefits.

- Breathe easy with medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family (and pets, too!).
- Feel supported in your mental health and personal growth with employee assistance programs.
- Feel great and thrive with access to health and wellness programs, paid time off and discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones.
- … and much more.

We operate research-backed, accredited, and customizable programs in more than 2,000 sites and centers across 40 states and the District of Columbia. As we expand, we’re matching the needs of more and more families, dynamic work environments, and diverse communities from coast to coast. Because we believe every family deserves access to high-quality child care, no matter who they are or where they live. Every day, you’ll help bring this mission to life by building community and delivering exceptional experiences. And if you’re anything like us, you’ll come for the work, and stay for the people. 

KinderCare Learning Companies is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state, or federal law.