Assistant Preschool Director

Qualifications:
Must be at least 21 years of age with:

• 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) and:

• Either a Gateways to Opportunity Level I Illinois Director Credential (see 89 Ill. Adm. Code 50.720(b) and http://www.ilgateways.com/en/illinois-director- credential-idc) or 3 semester hours of college credit or 3 points of credential approved training in administration, leadership or management.

• At least two years of experience working with young children and teaching or director experience strongly preferred

• Strong leadership and administrative skills

• Love for children and passion in early childhood education

• Skilled in problem solvingJob Description:

• Oversee the daily operations of the preschool

• Manage staff in collaboration with the assistant director

• Create policies and develop curriculum that align with children’s developmentalmilestones

• Ensure that the preschool is well-maintained and safe for children

• Manage tuition transactions

• Maintain and organize required files for staff and students

• Maintain classroom ratios

• Schedule and give tours of the center, maintaining enrollment

• Schedule on-going trainings for teachers

• Order and restock supplies needed

• Oversee the planning and preparation of meals for the children

• Effectively communicate with families and maintain confidentiality

• Must have the ability to nurture children, maintain respectful relationships withfamilies and be sensitive to cultural and socioeconomic backgrounds

• Participate, help prepare for and attend Rainforest’s scheduled art shows

• Follow DCFS licensing standards and all of Rainforest’s policies and procedures

Must be able to work 9:00am-6:00pm with an hour break

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Chicago, IL 60647 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Chicago, IL 60647: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $45,000 - $50,000