Daycare Center Director (Multiple Locations)

Little Learner Children’s Academy is a privately-owned childcare center. Bring your passion for child-centered education to a school that prioritizes hands-on exploration! Join Little Learner Children's Academy as a Center Director and leave a lasting legacy by nurturing the potential of young learners and shaping their futures. Join us in making a difference in the lives of children and their families.

At the heart of our mission are our core values:

• Learning – We are passionate about continuous learning for both children and educators.
• Loyalty – We build strong, lasting relationships with our families, staff, and community.
• Caring – We create a supportive, loving environment where every child feels safe and valued.
• Adventurous – We encourage curiosity and exploration in every learning experience.

Title: Daycare Center Director

Locations: Bolingbrook, Crest Hill, Minooka and Yorkville

Compensation: From $50,000 (Commensurate with education and experience)

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Shifts From: 6:30 am-6:00 pm

Daycare Center Directors are expected to bring passion and professionalism, and in return, full-timeemployees may enjoy:

• Comprehensive medical benefits
• 401(K)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Monday-Friday schedule
• Discounted childcare tuition
• Tuition reimbursement programs
• Career advancement and growth opportunities
• Paid work retreats
• And much more

Responsibilities for Daycare Center Director:

• Responsible for daily operations in accordance with state licensing regulations and Little Learner operating policies.
• Manage the facility's administrative, operational, financial, and logistical functions.
• Oversee the curriculum, market the program, manage personnel, and execute the company's high standards of excellence.
• Touring, Academy enrollment, excel in interpersonal skills and phone etiquette.
• Employee development and retention

Job Requirements for Daycare Center Director:

• Knowledge of child care management and early education.
• Have a minimum of an Associate Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education or the equivalent (defined as 64 semester hours in any discipline with a minimum of 21 semester hours of college credit in Child Development, Early Childhood Education, or Early Childhood Special Education) or a Gateways to Opportunity Level 1 Illinois Director Credential.
• Experience in a licensed childcare facility. Director 2+ years. Assistant Director 1+ years.
• Strong administrative, supervisory, and leadership skills with a talent for building relationships with families and employees.
• A passion for providing high-quality care and education to children

Employee Feedback:

• Feel supported & valued
• Predictable schedule
• No weekends
• Coworkers are more like family
• Amazing career opportunities in leadership and management
• Make a difference in the lives of children and families every day