Lead and manage all center operations, ensure compliance with company and state licensing, recruit and develop staff, implement curriculum, engage families, and foster a safe, nurturing educational environment for children.
This is more than just a daycare job. It’s a journey, where you learn, grow, thrive—and play—every day. Leading a child care center is something special. We’re hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.
In a Center Director, we look for committed individuals who want to have a positive impact in the lives of children and their families, while effectively and efficiently running all school operations. The Director promotes the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children and works with the staff to create a warm, inspiring environment, while keeping parents informed and engaged.
As a Director, you will:
- Be a leader! Manages school staff by planning work schedules, evaluating staff performance, and developing performance improvement plans. Assists with the implementation of Company-provided curriculum, which includes coaching, communicating, and interpreting standards with teachers.
- Be an expert! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards, while promoting a positive partnership within the surrounding community.
- Be an innovator! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day in an educational, caring, and safe environment.
- Be a team player! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.
Job Requirements:
- Must be at least 21 years of age.
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- CDA, associate, or bachelor’s degree preferred in Early Childhood Education or related field.
- Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.
- 1-2 years of supervisory/management experience; experience in early childhood education strongly preferred.
Learning Care Group Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Chicago, United States
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