Preschool Assistant Director

The Goddard School of Chicago (Roscoe Village), IL; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Parental leave

Signing bonus

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Wellness resources

Job summary

The Goddard School of Roscoe Village in Chicago seeks a Preschool Director to lead day-to-day operations, staff scheduling, events, and family communications while ensuring DCFS licensing compliance and Goddard QA standards.

The ideal candidate holds an Associate's or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, is director-qualified by DCFS/IDEC, has 3+ years of experience, and demonstrates strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to train staff in digital tools.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education is required
• Director-qualified by DCFS/IDEC is required
• 3+ years of experience in early childhood education
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Tech-savvy with ability to train staff in digital tools

Responsibilities

• Assist day-to-day operations including staff scheduling, hiring, events, and family communications
• Recruiting, training, and retaining a strong educator team
• Maintain records and Observe classrooms; provide constructive feedback
• Engage families and community; address parent concerns promptly
• Represent school at community events and manage a professional communication channel

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Operations management

Communication

Tech-savvy

Education

Early Childhood Education

Tools

Outlook

Teams

Excel

OneNote

Constant Contact

Canva

Zoom

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Signing bonus
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

Preschool Director

Compensation & Benefits:

• Salary: $55,000–$60,000 base + Sign On Bonus + performance-based bonuses throughout the year
• Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental, vision
• Time Off: 15 days in Year 1 + all holidays + one paid week off for Winter Break
• Childcare: Free Childcare
• Retirement: 401K with company match
• Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, Goddard Director's Convention, and more!

What You’ll Be Doing:

Operations

• Assist with day-to-day operations of the school, including staff scheduling, hiring, events, and family communications
• Ensure compliance with DCFS licensing and Goddard Quality Assurance standards

Faculty Support & Development

• Assist with recruiting, training, and retaining a strong team of educators
• Assist with conducting regular performance evaluations and creating individualized growth plans

Administrative & Classroom Oversight

• Keep child and employee records organized and up to date
• Observe classrooms and provide constructive feedback

Family & Community Engagement

• Build warm, trust-based relationships with families and address parent concerns promptly and thoughtfully
• Represent the school at community events and maintain a visible social media presence

Technology & Communication

• Use platforms like Outlook, Teams, Excel, OneNote, Constant Contact, Canva, and Zoom for day-to-day tasks
• Create clear and professional communication for families and staff

What We’re Looking For:

• Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (required)
• Director-qualified by DCFS/IDEC (required)
• 3+ years of experience in early childhood education
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Tech-savvy with the ability to train and support others in digital tools
• A heart for children and a commitment to staff growth and well-being

Why Join Us?

At The Goddard School of Roscoe Village, we believe in growing together. We support our staff with the same care we give our students—because happy teachers create thriving classrooms. We're seeking someone who’s not just qualified, but dedicated, dependable, and here for the long haul.

Ready to step into a leadership role where you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired every day?