Closing Director - Preschool & Early Education Leader

The Learning Experience; Shorewood (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K plan

Pet discount plan

Child care discounts

Job summary

The Learning Experience is seeking a Preschool Closing Director in Illinois to lead our center with a passion for early education. You will oversee daily operations, ensure health and safety compliance, and coach staff to deliver high-quality care that supports families and children.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of center leadership, a state Director credential, and a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education (or AA with 21 ECE credits).

Qualifications

• Two or more years of center leadership/management experience (highly preferred) or at least one year of center leadership/management experience (required).
• State-specific Administrative or Director credential.
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field; Minimum of an Associate's degree with 21 credits in ECE/CDEV (required).
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, displaying passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children and employees. Create an environment of trust, rapport, and inclusivity, easily connecting with diverse groups of people.
• Ensure that the physical center environment adheres to health and safety standard operating procedures, maintaining full compliance with local and state licensing regulations.
• Engage prospective families through both in-person and virtual center tours, effectively showcasing the benefits of our program. Organize and execute community marketing events to raise awareness and drive enrollment.

Skills

Center leadership

Staff development

Community marketing

Regulatory compliance

Customer engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in ECE

Associate's degree + 21 ECE credits

Job description

The Learning Experience is seeking a Preschool Closing Director in Illinois to lead our center with a passion for early education. You will oversee daily operations, ensure health and safety compliance, and coach staff to deliver high-quality care that supports families and children.

Ideal candidates bring 2+ years of center leadership, a state Director credential, and a Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education (or AA with 21 ECE credits).