Top 40 Children land Jobs in Palatine Il

Preschool Center Director
Children's Land —Grayslake, 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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Part-Time Piano / Music Teacher
AMA Academy of Performing Arts —Des Plaines, IL
- $20 - $30 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- US work authorization
- Professional development assistance
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Preschool Center Director
Children's Land —Glenview, IL
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Toddler Teacher
Children's Land —Glenview, IL
- $21 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Infant Teacher
Children's Land —Glenview, IL
- $21 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Museum Experience Facilitator
Arlington Heights Park District —Arlington Heights, IL
- $15 - $16 an hour
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- First Aid Certification
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Assistant Teacher
Children's Land —Palatine, IL
- $18 - $21 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Volunteer Animal Care The Grove
GLENVIEW PARK DISTRICT —Glenview, IL
- Monday to Friday
- 16+ years old
- Entry level
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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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Music Teacher
Children's Land —Glenview, IL
- $40 - $60 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Visual & Performing Arts
- Communication skills
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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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Legal Assistant
Erie Neighborhood House —Chicago, IL
- $19.23 - $20.19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Inventory management
- English
- 403(b) matching
- Paid parental leave
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Dance Teacher
Children's Land —Grayslake, IL
- $38 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Communication skills
- Entry level
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Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
Children's Land —Vernon Hills, IL
- $21 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Preschool Teacher Assistant
Erie Neighborhood House —Chicago, IL
- $21.00 - $21.98 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Spanish
- 403(b) matching
- Paid parental leave
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EHS Teacher Assistant
Erie Neighborhood House —Chicago, IL
- $37,200 - $40,200 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Spanish
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
- 403(b) matching
- Paid parental leave
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Lead Teacher
Children's Land —Lincolnshire, IL
- $21 - $28 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Mid-level
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Part-Time Band Instructor - St. Cletus - La Grange
St. Cletus School —La Grange, IL
- $38,527 - $68,776 a year
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Mid-level
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Support Services Manager
Erie Neighborhood House —Chicago, IL
- $50,000 - $55,000 a year
- Background check
- Spanish
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- 403(b) matching
- Paid parental leave
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Preschool Center Director

Children's Land -
Grayslake, 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
Personnel management in education
Productivity software
Educational software

Full Job Description

Children's Land of Grayslake 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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