Child Care Leader salary in Kenya

Average Yearly Salary of Child Care Leader in Kenya is approximately 469,697 KES (2,971 USD). Data is for 2025 and indicates a pre-tax value. The salary itself depends on multiple factors such as seniority, job performance, certifications, experience or any other bonuses. The value indicated is an average amount based on records we have in database. Real values may vary. The data is for orientational purposes.

What does Child Care Leader do?

A child care leader is responsible for overseeing and coordinating the daily operations of a child care center or program. They ensure the well-being, safety, and development of children in their care, as well as manage and support a team of child care workers. The child care leader creates and implements age-appropriate activities and educational programs, maintains a safe and clean environment, and communicates with parents or guardians regarding their child's progress. They may also handle administrative tasks such as budgeting, scheduling, and staff training.

Skills: Child care, Child development, Leadership, Early childhood education, Team management, Safety and well-being.
Job industry: Education

How much does Child Care Leader make?

Difference in salary year over year or average salary increase is approximately 3 %


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Salary comparison to National average

Is Child Care Leader a well paid job?

No, our data shows that Child Care Leader is typically not a well-paid job. The salary varies based on experience. Meaning that even though Child Care Leader might be a low paying job, with experience the salary might increase to satisfactory levels.

What is considered a high salary for Child Care Leader?

High salary for Child Care Leader would be somewhere between 516,667 KES and 681,061 KES. However this is an estimation based on Gaussian Distribution.

How much can you save working as Child Care Leader in Kenya?

Living in Kenya the approximate monthly expenses are: 240 USD. This amount covers basic needs such as food, housing, clothing, healthcare and education costs for a single person. No luxury expenses such as traveling, leisure, hobbies are included in the estimation.

Estimated Yearly Salary: 469,697 KES
Estimated Monthly Salary: 39,141 KES
Estimated Weekly Salary: 9,033 KES per week
Estimated Hourly Salary: 226 KES per hour
By working as Child Care Leader a person can save up to 8 USD per month or 91 USD yearly. Values are pre-tax.

NOTE: These values are estimates and are averaged for the whole country. Furthermore the value is likely exaggerated as no other expenses are taken into account in the projection. Unessential expenses are very subjective and are difficult to assess. Most likely the previously estimated number is significantly lower for majority of people. Expenses in different cities across the country may vary. Above values accuracy is low and is based on limited set of data obtained.

For more information regarding expenses in Kenya, see costs of living in Kenya.

Salary comparison to region and neighbouring coutries

Country's neighbours are: Ethiopia, Somalia, South Sudan, Tanzania, Uganda..
To make it easier for comparison a conversion from local currency to USD has been made (conversion rates may vary).

Estimated Yearly Salary for Child Care Leader

Last revision of data: 2025-01-04

Salary increase per years of experience

Based on data available the salary increase per years of experience is as following

0 years (beginner) equals base salary

1 to 5 years of experience yields +12% salary increase

6 to 10 years of experience yields +25% salary increase

11 to 15 years of experience yields +16% salary increase

16 to 25 years of experience yields +9% salary increase

more than 25 years of experience yields +10% salary increase

NOTE: Details based on limited set of data. Percentages may vary. The salary increase over years of experience can vary widely based on factors such as job industry, job role, location, company size, and individual performance. To gain even larger increase in salary one is advised to switch jobs and / or employer.

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