Director in Training

We are searching for our next GREAT LEADER! We will invest in you and your future!

If you’re passionate about positively impacting the lives of others and looking to grow within a company, this role might be for you!

We are looking for:

• An enthusiastic leader with exceptional communication and organizational skills.
• Experience and a love of working with children and their families.
• Someone who is committed to education with excellent judgment, problem solving, and decision making abilities.
• A creative, passionate and organized educator who isn’t afraid to get silly and laugh!
• Looking to grow with Kiddie Academy’s largest franchise group.
• Applicant is required to meet all current Illinois DCFS requirements for a Director

Educational Qualifications:

Illinois DCFS Director Qualifications:

• a 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 or early childhood special 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

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the daily care and education of children while engaging in lots of fun activities.
• Assist with the implementation of Kiddie Academy’s Life Essential Curriculum.
• Prepares and implements classroom lesson plans, program, and schedule.
• Adhere to Kiddie Academy’s policy with regards to documenting and implementing daily activities.
• Assist the director as needed with Academy operations.
• Responsible for handling many different obligations from being in the classroom, opening/closing the academy, to answering the telephone.
• Daily planning, management, and supervision of the classroom and children.
• Maintain compliance with Kiddie Academy standards.
• Required to spend 70% of the time in classroom, in ratio.

Why You'll Love Working at Kiddie Academy:

• Paid Vacation & Holidays – Enjoy time off to recharge!
• Comprehensive Benefits Package including Medical, Vision, Dental, and Aflac Insurance
• Free Professional Development – Continuous growth with opportunities to advance with Kiddie Academy’s largest franchise group
• Fun, Supportive Work Environment – Uniforms provided, employee lounge, and amazing team-building events
• Competitive Pay & Full-Time Hours – We value your hard work and offer great pay!
• On-the-Job Training – We set you up for success from day one!
• Discounted Childcare – Because we know how important it is to care for your little ones, too!
• Health Savings Account and Retirement Savings Program – Plan for your future with us
• Teacher Planning Time – We support your creativity and lesson planning
• State-of-the-Art Technology & Supplies – We provide everything you need to succeed
• Monday-Friday Work Week – Enjoy weekends off and a balanced life
• Year-Round Teacher Appreciation Activities – We make sure you feel valued!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Child Care: 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Batavia, IL 60510: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $22