Assistant Director of Child Care

The Learning Experience of St Charles; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A local childcare center in St. Charles is seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Child Care to oversee program selection, staff management, and compliance with regulations. The role demands strong communication and a solid background in child development and education. Ideal candidates will have relevant certifications and experience. In addition, this position offers benefits such as a competitive salary and opportunities for advancement, making it an excellent opportunity for the right individual.

Qualifications

• Required licensing/certification to perform this role.
• Past experience working with children.
• Demonstrated experience managing a team.

Responsibilities

• Select an accredited curriculum based on each classroom’s needs.
• Ensure compliance with county and state regulations.
• Manage staff expectations and handle scheduling conflicts.
• Review and approve lesson plans and printed materials.
• Plan extra-curricular activities and field trips.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Team management

Child development knowledge

Education

Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Benefits/Perks
• Great Work Environment
• Competitive Compensation
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Assistant Director of Child Care to join our team! As the Assistant Director of Child Care, you will be responsible for selecting age-appropriate programs, activities, and curricula for the children in our care. You will also support the current staff, manage scheduling and office supplies, bring positive communication to the team, and implement new strategies to grow and expand our outreach. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a deep understanding of child development and education, and experience managing staff.

Responsibilities

• Select an accredited curriculum based on each classroom’s needs and programs
• Ensure that we are always in compliance with county and state regulations, as well as with the Department of Education
• Manage staff expectations and handle any issues, including scheduling and interpersonal conflicts that may arise
• Review and approve all lesson plans, printed materials, bulletin announcements, and newsletters
• Plan extra-curricular activities, including in-house entertainment and field trips or destinations

Qualifications

• The required licensing/certification to perform this role
• Past experience working with children
• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree in education is preferred
• Demonstrated experience managing a team
• Deep understanding of childcare, child development, and education