Child Care Director

Child Care Director - $5,000 Sign On Bonus

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Spring Education Group’s Early Childhood Education Division includes nearly 150 schools offering services from infant care through Pre‑K/K programs, as well as summer camp and after‑school programs. Our locations span a nationwide geographic footprint and a diverse array of pedagogical approaches — including our proprietary Links to Learning curriculum that draws from the collective expertise of renowned early‑age educators such as Dewey, Piaget and Vygotsky;
Montessori schools that embrace both accredited Montessori methods – AMI (Association Montessori Internationale) and AMS (American Montessori Society); and progressive language immersion programs in Mandarin and Spanish.

At Spring Education Group
, our Preschool leaders are Principals rather than Center Directors because leadership in our early education campuses goes beyond managing operations; it is truly educationally focused. Our mission is to:
Develop the Best Schools and Educators in America, and this will be the primary focus at your campus. As a Principal at Chesterbrook Academy
, you will set the tone for a nurturing, inspiring, and academically rigorous environment where children, staff, and families thrive. We are seeking a compassionate and visionary leader for this purpose‑driven role at the heart of our school community.

• Leadership & Operations:
  Lead a dedicated team of educators to ensure a thriving school culture, operational excellence, and strong staff performance. Build, coach, and develop a high‑performing team while modeling our core values and commitment to children’s success.
• Compliance & Quality Assurance:
  Ensure compliance with state licensing standards and maintain high‑quality program delivery.
• Community & Growth:
  Drive enrollment growth and foster meaningful partnerships with families and the community.
• Educational Excellence &
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Contribute to the ongoing development of educational best practices in collaboration with other great preschool leaders.

• AA degree or Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, educational leadership, business administration, or related field.
• Either a Gateways to Opportunity Level 1 Illinois Director Credential or 3 semester hours of college credit in administration, leadership, or management.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in education administration, operational leadership, or business management in an early childhood setting preferred.
• Knowledge of state licensing regulations, accreditation standards, and compliance best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage effectively with families, staff, and the community.
• Ability to inspire with a track record of developing and growing educators in an early education environment.

We Are More Than a School—we Are a Community Dedicated to Creating Exceptional Early Learning Experiences. In Addition to Making a Daily Impact on Children’s Lives, You’ll Enjoy a Supportive and Rewarding Leadership Career, Including

• Support: A supportive network of school operations and home office leaders.
• Financial Rewards:
  Quarterly incentive bonuses up to $2,000 with an annual target of $8,000. Based on five clearly defined, realistic, and measurable objectives, along with competitive compensation and benefits, including medical, dental, vision coverage, childcare discounts, and 401(k) matching.
• Career Growth:
  Ongoing professional development and leadership training with long‑term career mapping centered on your development.
• School Community Impact:
  The chance to impact the lives of children and families every day as well as the opportunity to build and develop a strong, thriving staff.

If you are a purpose‑driven leader ready to create a thriving early learning community, we’d love to meet you. Apply today to join a team that values your leadership, passion, and impact!

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