Child Care Center Director

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading child care provider in Chicago is searching for a dedicated Child Care Center Director. This role entails overseeing daily operations, leading the team, and nurturing a safe environment for children. Join our vibrant community, enjoy competitive pay, and access various employee benefits, including a childcare discount.

Benefits

Childcare discount

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and paid holidays

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of child care or teaching experience preferred.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to function independently within Microsoft Office suite.

Responsibilities

• Managing overall operations of the child care center.
• Recruiting and developing staff, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Providing effective communication with parents/guardians.

Skills

Leadership

Customer Service

Interpersonal Skills

Multitasking

Education

Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

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BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care provided pay range

This range is provided by BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$68,000.00/hr - $78,000.00/hr

Center: Edison Park, IL

Job Type: Full-Time, Salary

Pay Range: $68k - $ 78k

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at BrightPath Kids! As a proud member of the Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join BrightPath Kids today!

What will you be doing?

Responsibilities

As a Center Director, you will work side-by-side with teachers, children, and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care. Responsibilities include:

• Managing the overall operation of the center including recruitment and development of staff, management of policies and procedures, child safety, environmental health/hygiene, and state licensing.
• Ensuring that all staff members understand the objectives and expectations within each classroom.
• Managing administrative tasks such as processing payroll, accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general communications .
• Understanding and enforcing all state regulations within the building.
• Implementing and ensuring completion of training for all staff members.
• Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.
  
  

Top Reasons To Join BrightPath Kids

• We offer a generous child care discount to ALL employees so that your family can take advantage of our great learning environment!
• All staff are eligible to participate in the 401(k) program which offers a company match - this is free money!
• We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.
• Full-time staff are offered paid time off and paid holidays.
• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and life insurance.
  
  

Requirements

• Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education/related field required
• 5+ years of child care or teaching experience preferred
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to supervise others
• Must be able to function independently within the Microsoft Office suite of products
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build relationships with children and families
• Ability to multitask and remain organized
• Ability to work within regular operating hours
• Must meet state criteria for child care employment
  
  

If this sounds like a good fit, we want to meet you! Please submit your application today.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Individual and Family Services

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