Top 59 Center director Jobs in Kildeer, Il

Preschool Center Director
Children's Land —Glenview, IL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Center Director
Children's Land —Arlington Heights, IL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Center Director
KinderCare Education —Lake Zurich, IL
- $56,250 - $102,250 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Customer service
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
District Leader
KinderCare Education —Schaumburg, IL
- $95,000 - $160,500 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- Sales
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Center Director
Children's Land —Glenview, IL
- $60,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
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Center Director in Training
C2 Education —Buffalo Grove, IL
- $55,000 - $55,100 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- US work authorization
- Communication skills
- AD&D insurance
- Disability insurance
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Assistant Director
Ecole 360 CDC —Palatine, IL
- Online Application
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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ASSISTANT CENTER DIRECTOR
Mathnasium (ID: 4200601) —Mount Prospect, IL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
- Opportunities for advancement
- Flexible schedule
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Child Care Center Director
BrightPath Kids USA —Chicago, IL
- $70,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Education
- Senior level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Early Childhood Center Director
Children's Land —Glenview, IL
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Master's degree
- Preschool
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Instructional Innovation Specialist
Glenview School District 34 —Glenview, IL
- Online Application
- School experience
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Child Care Center Director - Evanston
Bright Horizons —Evanston, IL
- $75,000 - $85,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Preschool
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
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11d
Assistant Director at Lake Zurich KinderCare
KinderCare Education —Lake Zurich, IL
- $20.25 - $23.60 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Early Childhood Center Director
Luna Park Daycare Cville —Carpentersville, IL
- $23 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Public speaking
- Health insurance
- Tuition reimbursement
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Math Learning Center Director
Mathnasium (ID: 3203007) —Chicago, IL
- $65,000 - $90,000 a year
- Nights as needed
- Business development
- Math
- Education
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Education Center Director
Ombudsman Educational Services —Waukegan, IL
- From $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Education
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Child Care Director Early Childhood
Kiddie Academy of Mount Prospect —Mount Prospect, IL
- From $70,000 a year
- Email
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Supervising experience
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Director
Little Scholars LLC —McHenry, IL
- From $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Children
- 1 year
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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Director Product Research & Development
Dairy Management Inc. —Rosemont, IL
- $100,000 - $125,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Doctor of Philosophy
- Senior level
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
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Director-In-Training
Mathnasium (ID: 3203007) —Chicago, IL
- $25 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Marketing
- Math
- Mentoring
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Preschool Center Director

Children's Land -
Glenview, IL

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Employee assistance program
Employee discount

Qualifications

Early childhood education center experience
Team leadership
Employee retention
Team development
Education
Personnel management in education
Productivity software
Educational software
Early Childhood Education
Time management

Full Job Description

Children's Land is seeking an experienced, energetic, and highly organized Center Director to lead the daily operations of one of our early childhood education centers. The Center Director is responsible for creating a safe, nurturing, and educational environment while ensuring operational excellence, regulatory compliance, financial performance, staff development, and exceptional customer service.

This position requires a hands-on leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, can effectively manage multiple priorities, and is passionate about delivering an outstanding experience for children, families, and employees.

Primary Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Management

Recruit, hire, onboard, train, coach, and develop teachers and support staff.
Create a positive, professional, and accountable work culture.
Conduct regular classroom observations and staff performance evaluations.
Hold team meetings and provide ongoing coaching and feedback.
Develop future leaders through mentoring and professional development.
Maintain appropriate staffing levels and classroom ratios at all times.
Manage employee schedules, attendance, and time-off requests.
Address employee concerns promptly and professionally.

Operations

Oversee all daily center operations.
Ensure classrooms remain fully staffed and operating efficiently.
Monitor classroom quality, cleanliness, and organization.
Coordinate opening and closing procedures.
Maintain a safe and welcoming environment for children, parents, and staff.
Ensure building maintenance issues are identified and resolved quickly.
Coordinate vendors and facility maintenance as needed.

Licensing & Compliance

Ensure full compliance with all DCFS licensing regulations.
Maintain all required records, files, and documentation.
Prepare for and successfully manage all licensing visits and inspections.
Ensure all health, safety, and sanitation procedures are consistently followed.
Report incidents according to company policy and state regulations.
Ensure all staff complete required trainings and certifications on time.

Enrollment & Family Relations

Conduct center tours for prospective families.
Build relationships with current and prospective parents.
Respond promptly to parent questions and concerns.
Maintain high family satisfaction and retention.
Support enrollment growth initiatives.
Work with the enrollment team to achieve occupancy goals.
Ensure exceptional customer service throughout the family experience.

Educational Quality

Ensure implementation of Children's Land curriculum.
Monitor classroom lesson plans and educational activities.
Observe classrooms regularly to maintain teaching quality.
Support teachers with classroom management and instructional coaching.
Ensure developmental assessments are completed accurately and on schedule.
Promote continuous improvement in educational outcomes.

Financial & Administrative Responsibilities

Manage center payroll approval.
Monitor labor costs and staffing efficiency.
Control center expenses while maintaining quality.
Ensure timely completion of reports and administrative paperwork.
Review enrollment, attendance, and revenue reports.
Assist in achieving monthly enrollment and financial goals.

Health & Safety

Ensure children's health and safety remain the highest priority.
Maintain emergency preparedness procedures.
Conduct regular safety inspections.
Ensure medication, accident, and incident documentation is completed accurately.
Oversee food service, sanitation, and CACFP compliance where applicable.

Communication

Communicate effectively with parents regarding center updates.
Lead staff meetings and training sessions.
Ensure consistent implementation of company policies and procedures.
Foster open communication among teachers, families, and leadership.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) The Center Director is accountable for:

Enrollment growth and occupancy
Family retention
Parent satisfaction scores
Employee retention
Licensing compliance
Classroom quality
Staff training completion
Budget and labor management
Safety and incident reduction
Operational efficiency
Timely completion of administrative tasks

Qualifications Required

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field (or qualifications meeting DCFS Director requirements).
Minimum 3 years of childcare management experience.
Strong knowledge of Illinois DCFS licensing requirements.
Experience leading and developing teams.
Excellent organizational and time management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and childcare management software (e.g., Brightwheel).

Preferred

Experience with CACFP.
Experience improving enrollment and parent satisfaction.
Strong analytical and reporting skills.

Why Join Children's Land

At Children's Land, we believe exceptional schools begin with exceptional leaders. Our Center Directors play a vital role in shaping the experience of our children, families, and teachers. We provide the support, resources, and opportunities needed to build high-performing teams and create an environment where children thrive.

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Employee discount
Health insurance
Tuition reimbursement

Work Location: In person

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