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Center Director

Children's Land
Glenview, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 2/5/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/5/2025

Join us at Children's Land as our new Early Childhood Center Director and become an essential part of our organization! We're on a mission to shape the future of our young learners, and we need a dynamic, experienced, and passionate leader like YOU to spearhead our center's daily operations.

As the Early Childhood Center Director, you'll have the amazing opportunity to create and sustain a safe, vibrant, and nurturing environment for children and their families. With your exceptional leadership abilities, profound understanding of early childhood development, and stellar communication skills, you'll play a pivotal role in guiding our team to success!

Responsibilities:

  • Lead the daily operations of our center, including staffing, scheduling, budgeting, and curriculum development.
  • Assure compliance with all state and federal regulations, as well as our center's policies and procedures.
  • Craft and execute a developmentally appropriate curriculum tailored to meet the needs of all children.
  • Utilize brighwheel for communication with parents, collect tuition, distribute lesson plans, etc.
  • Offer continuous training and support to our dedicated staff, ensuring top-notch care and education for our young learners.
  • Cultivate positive relationships with parents and families through regular communication and involvement in center activities.
  • Maintain accurate records and reports on enrollment, attendance, and other administrative tasks.
  • Manage center resources like supplies, equipment, and facilities to ensure safety and quality.
  • Engage in professional development opportunities to stay up-to-date on best practices and trends in early childhood education.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field.
  • Minimum of two years of experience in a leadership role in an early childhood center or preschool.
  • Robust knowledge of child development, early childhood education, and best practices.
  • Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
  • Ability to manage and motivate staff to provide top-quality care and education for children.
  • Familiarity with state and federal regulations related to early childhood education.
  • Aptitude for multitasking, prioritizing, and managing time effectively.
  • Strong organizational and administrative skills.
  • CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Get ready for a fantastic compensation package! We're proud to offer a highly competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and plenty of opportunities for professional growth and development. If you're the perfect fit with the required qualifications and experience, and you're truly passionate about early childhood education, don't wait – apply today and help shape the future at our world-class facility!

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