Elementary Site Director - Programs & Compliance

Strive Solutions; Downers Grove (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Strive Solutions seeks a program leader to oversee elementary school-based before- and after-school educational programs at a site. You will manage day-to-day operations, ensure licensing and safety compliance, and coach staff to achieve strong outcomes for children.

You will collaborate with school leadership and families to create a nurturing, inclusive environment that supports children's academic and social-emotional development, while handling enrollment and budgets.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and supervising staff in educational or childcare settings.
• Knowledge of licensing requirements and safety compliance.
• Strong communication with families and school partners.
• Ability to manage enrollment and budgets effectively.
• Commitment to high-quality instruction and team growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead before- and after-school programs and oversee day-to-day operations.
• Ensure program quality, staff performance, and team culture.
• Ensure licensing and safety compliance.
• Partner with school leadership and families to create a nurturing environment.
• Support children's academic and social-emotional development.
• Manage enrollment, budget, and parent communications.

Skills

Staff leadership

Licensing & safety

Family communication

Enrollment & budgeting

Instruction & growth

Job description

Strive Solutions seeks a program leader to oversee elementary school-based before- and after-school educational programs at a site. You will manage day-to-day operations, ensure licensing and safety compliance, and coach staff to achieve strong outcomes for children.

You will collaborate with school leadership and families to create a nurturing, inclusive environment that supports children's academic and social-emotional development, while handling enrollment and budgets.