Bright Horizons

ChildCareCenterDirector

$73–76k Naperville, Illinois, United States FULL TIME
The Brief

“Child Care Center Director at Bright Horizons. Skills: Child care leadership, Center operations, Staff retention, Program quality. Lead hiring. Create a motivating, inclusive work environment”

What You'll Achieve.

Shape a thriving center; Make a meaningful, lasting impact

Industry & Context.

Eligibility Requirements

Pass background checks, Comply with immunization requirements, Comply with employment physical/screening, Comply with health and safety training, Serve as supervising caregiver on an as-needed basis

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Associate or higher degree in early childhood education, education, or child development related field, At least four years of leadership experience in high-quality child care, daycare, or preschool settings, Experience in both teaching (infant, toddler, or preschool) and administration of a child care center, Understanding of center quality, compliance, health, safety and licensing standards

Nice to Have

Bachelor's degree preferred

What You'll Do.

inclusive work environment

Collaborate with the leadership team

Evaluate program quality standards

Ensure program quality standards

Manage accounts payable

Ensure budget compliance

Build relationships with families

Build relationships with clients

Build relationships with staff

Build relationships with licensing

Communicate proactively with families

Communicate proactively with clients

Communicate proactively with staff

Communicate proactively with licensing

Provide center supervision

Perform business management

Provide customer services

Provide client services

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Leadership team; Staff; Families; Clients

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