Assistant Director at Fox Valley KinderCare

KinderCare; Aurora (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

KinderCare in Aurora, IL is seeking an Assistant Center Director to support teaching staff, families, and center objectives. You will collaborate with parents to ensure high-quality care and education for children within a safe, engaging environment.

The role requires at least two years in early childhood education, strong administrative skills, and the ability to work in multiple center roles while upholding safety and state guidelines.

Qualifications

• Two years of early childhood education experience required.
• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices in the classroom.
• Excellent administrative, organizational, verbal, listening, and communication skills.
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
• Physically able to lift at least 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• English reading, writing, and speaking proficiency to communicate with children and parents.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Center Director in leading teaching staff and achieving enrollment and accreditation goals.
• Partner with parents to provide the best care and education for children.
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners.
• Serve in various roles including teacher, cook, and driver as needed.
• Meet state-specific guidelines for the role.
• Be physically able to lift 40 pounds and work indoors or outdoors.
• English literacy to communicate with children and parents.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Verbal communication

Active listening

Parental communication

Job description

• Assist the Center Director in leading teaching staff, supporting families, and achieving enrollment, accreditation, and operational objectives
• Partner with parents with a shared desire to provide the best care and education for their children
• Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners
• Serve in various roles throughout the center as needed, including teacher, cook, and/or driver.
• At least two years of early childhood education experience required, with an understanding of developmentally appropriate practices and the ability to ensure its use in the classroom
• Excellent administrative, organizational, verbal, listening, and communication skills required
• CPR and First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain
• Meet state specific guidelines for the role
• Physically able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors
• Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, see and hear well enough to keep children safe, and engage in physical activity
• Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English