Director Of Early Childhood

State of the Art Child Care Center located in the Lincoln Square/Ravenswood Community!

Kiddie Academy has an exciting opportunity for a Director of Education for our state of the art childcare center in the Lincoln Square/Ravenswood Community.

This position allows you to lead a team of qualified teachers in providing the best learning and development experience for children and their families. You’ll have the opportunity to combine your ECE experience with business management skills to influence the operations of the Academy. If you’re motivated by smiles and laughs from children and praise from parents, this could be the job for you.

We have an awesome work culture, and if you’re the right candidate, you’ll fit right in. We offer growth-oriented, challenging and rewarding career opportunities in a collaborative and supportive environment. We are committed, flexible and creative in our talent growth strategy.

As a Director of Education, you will be part of the management team responsible for managing the overall program including human resource development, staff scheduling, program planning, program implementation and evaluation; student assessments, family relations, community marketing, enrollments and academy operations.

Kiddie Academy® is a leader in educationally focused child cares for more than 40 years. Kiddie Academy redefined childcare by creating a place where fun and learning go hand in hand.

Come join our amazing brand that is nurturing, educating and inspiring thousands of children in communities across the country for years to come.

What we ask you to have:

• Minimum two (2) years of full-time experience in managing center-based programs in an Assistant Director, Center Director, or similar management role.
• Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field required, Master's preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Proactive, solution-oriented leader with excellent organizational and communication skills and a proven record of maintaining effective relationships with staff, parents, and children.

What we offer:

• 100% Free Child Care
• Leading compensation in the industry
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
• Paid In-Service Days
• Opportunity for upward mobility
• On the job training & online courses for further development
• Retirement Savings Program
• Health Savings Account
• Aflac Insurance available
• State of the Art Facility
• Staff Recognition Program

DCFS Director Requirements:

• Minimum of an Associate Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education OR -64 semester hours in any discipline with a minimum of 21 hours of college credit in Child Development, Early Childhood Education
• AND ONE OF THE FOLLOWING: - Gateways to Opportunity Level I Illinois Director Credential OR - 3 semester hours of college credit in Administration, Leadership, or Management

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $62,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• No nights

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Management: 1 year (Required)
• Child Care: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• ECE Director Qualified (Required)

Work Location: In person