Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Skip to job details
BJ
Blue Jays Learning Center
Assistant Director, Child Care Center
Career Insights for Preschool / Childcare Teacher
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Illinois data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
$36,080 / year median in Illinois
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Overview Join our dynamic team as an Assistant Director at a vibrant Child Care Center dedicated to fostering early childhood development and educational excellence. In this pivotal leadership role, you will collaborate with senior management to oversee daily operations, ensure compliance with educational standards, and promote a nurturing environment for children and staff alike. Your expertise in curriculum development, management, and educational leadership will drive the center's mission to provide high-quality care and learning experiences for young children. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence early childhood education while leading a dedicated team committed to making a positive impact on children's lives. Responsibilities Assist the Director in managing daily center operations, ensuring smooth and efficient functioning of all programs Develop, implement, and evaluate age-appropriate curricula aligned with early childhood education standards and best practices Lead staff supervision, including performance evaluations, professional development facilitation, and fostering a collaborative team environment Oversee compliance with licensing regulations, legal requirements, and safety protocols related to childhood education and care Coordinate faculty evaluation processes and support instructional leadership efforts to maintain high-quality teaching standards Facilitate strategic planning sessions to set goals for program growth, community engagement, and educational excellence Proven management skills with a background in personnel supervision, faculty evaluation, and team leadership Deep knowledge of early childhood education principles combined with classroom experience working directly with young children Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments while maintaining a focus on quality instruction and inclusive practices This role is designed for passionate leaders eager to shape the future of early childhood education through strategic oversight, innovative curriculum design, and compassionate management. If you are committed to nurturing young learners while leading a talented team of educators, we invite you to bring your expertise to our center's inspiring mission. We are hiring assitant directors for our Morton, Tremont, and Washington locations.