Assistant Center Director: Operations & People Leader

Child Development Schools, Inc.; Illinois; On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance - short term

Disability insurance - long term

401(k)

9 company-paid holidays

PTO 8 days

Tuition discount for CDS employees'"}

Job summary

Child Development Schools, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Director to oversee day-to-day center operations, staff management, and administrative excellence.

This role supports staff performance, ensures compliance with state licensing, and collaborates with the Center Director to run the program smoothly. The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining positive family and staff relationships.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in early childhood education (preferred), business (or related field) or equivalent years of experience.
• Meet or exceed State Assistant Director licensing requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Hyper organized with strong problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Comfort with administrative systems and processes.
• A team-oriented mindset with a willingness to support where needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Effective partnerships with school leadership to support enrollment growth, talent recruitment, onboarding, employee engagement, and compliance and quality.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Execution
• Operational Coordination
• Compliance & Documentation
• Family & Staff Support
• Partnership with Center Director

Skills

Staff management

Time management

Attention to detail

Communication

Problem solving

Team leadership

Enrollment growth

Compliance knowledge

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Business or related field

Licensing requirements knowledge

Job description

Child Development Schools, Inc. is seeking an Assistant Director to oversee day-to-day center operations, staff management, and administrative excellence.

This role supports staff performance, ensures compliance with state licensing, and collaborates with the Center Director to run the program smoothly. The ideal candidate demonstrates attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to balance multiple priorities while maintaining positive family and staff relationships.