Site Director

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

to lead before- and after-school educational programs at an elementary school site. Oversee day-to-day operations, including program quality, staff performance, and team culture. Ensure full licensing and safety compliance. Manage staff scheduling and coaching to support strong outcomes for children. Partner with school leadership and families to build a nurturing, inclusive environment that promotes children’s academic and social-emotional development. Handle enrollment, budget, and parent communications.

Key Qualifications And Skills Include

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