Daycare Center Director

Little Learner Children’s Academy; Minooka (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time off and Holidays

Discounted Childcare Tuition

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Monday-Friday schedule

Job summary

Little Learner Children's Academy is seeking a Center Director in the Minooka area to lead and grow our private day care centers. You will partner with owners to define long-term vision, oversee strategic and financial goals, and supervise daily operations across multiple locations.

The role requires 2+ years as a center director, Gateways credential, and deep knowledge of early childhood development and regulatory guidelines.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years of experience as a center director.
• Level 2 Gateways Director credential.
• Experience with national and state early childhood accrediting agencies.
• Knowledge of early childhood development in an ECE setting.
• Experience with training, coaching, or mentoring mechanisms.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Exemplary commitment to customer service.
• Effective outward communicator and listener.

Responsibilities

• Oversee strategic, financial and project management goals.
• Direct daily operations across all company locations.
• Maintain strong relationships with staff, students, and families.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, accreditation and internal regulations.
• Collaborate with owners to shape long-term vision and growth strategies.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Customer service

CRM knowledge

Time management

Teamwork

Professionalism

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in related business discipline & early childhood education

Master's degree preferred

60 college credits, 18 in ECE

3 in business administration or related field

Tools

CRM software

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

Job description

Little Learner Children's Academy is a group of privately owned day care centers. We are searching for a Center Director in the Minooka area who will play a crucial role in fulfilling the mission of Little Learner Children's Academy. The Director is responsible for working closely with the owners to shape long-term vision and growth strategies. Responsible for overseeing all strategic, financial and project management goals as well as daily operations at all company locations. The Center Director will ensure the schools maintain strong relationships with staff, students, and families, fostering community and promoting healthy growth. They will also be responsible for guiding the day-to-day operations of the schools in compliance with all federal, state, accreditation, and internal regulations while adhering to high ethical standards.

The Center Director is expected to bring passion and professionalism, and in return employees may enjoy:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time off and Holidays
• Discounted Childcare Tuition
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Monday-Friday schedule

Job Qualifications:

• A minimum of two years experience as a center director
• Level 2 Gateways Director credential.
• Knowledge and experience working with early childhood National and State accrediting agencies
• Knowledge of the early childhood field and developmentally appropriate practices; thorough understanding of child development in an early childhood education setting
• Previous experience in and/or knowledge of training, coaching, or mentoring mechanisms
• The ability to work independently and as a team member
• Exemplary commitment to customer service
• Must be an effective outward communicator and listener

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in a related business discipline & early childhood education. Master's degree preferred.
• 5+ years of management experience desired.
• At least 60 college credits with 18 in ECE, 3 in business administration or related field.

Skills:

• Excellent leadership and organizational abilities
• Superior knowledge of industry regulations and operational guidelines
• Working knowledge of customer relationship management (CRM) packages
• Excellent written and oral communication
• Organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work well independently and as part of a team.
• Continuously demonstrate professionalism.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in parent relationships.
• Proficient in using technology, including Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.

Little Learner Children's Academy embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.