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Early Childhood Center Director

A Child's Place Early Learning Center
Lindenhurst, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026

A Child's Place of Lindenhurst is a licensed childcare center seeking a Center Director! This is an exciting opportunity for a self-motivated, energetic leader who is passionate about early childhood education.

 

To be QUALIFIED for this position, we require an associate degree or higher in early childhood education, IL Director qualification, and previous management/leadership experience in a licensed childcare facility. 

Required Shift: Full-time, Mon-Fri, rotating opening/closing the center. Operating hours, 7am-6pm

Compensation: $25-28/hr, based on education and experience

We are a family-oriented, close-knit organization and we have a lot to offer our next team member including:

  • Competitive Pay
  • Quarterly Incentive Bonuses
  • Paid Trainings, including Enhanced Career and Professional Development
  • Generous Benefits Package, including Dental, Medical, and Vision Insurance
  • 401k with Match
  • Discounts for Childcare

 

Main Job Responsibilities:

  • Oversee the day-to-day center operations. Willingness to cover classrooms, drive the school age van and have an all hands on deck attitude. 
  • Develop and execute monthly engagement and marketing plan to increase enrollment; attend community marketing events, plan enrollment and retention activities for families and staff.
  • Build strong relationships with prospective and currently enrolled families; create positive partnerships with families by serving as a resource and responding to questions and concerns.
  • Develop and teach staff by conducting ongoing observations, staff training, coaching, and embedded professional development opportunities.
  • Ability to be flexible in your role and complete job duties of absent staff members.
  • Physical ability to work around small children including sitting, standing, walking, running, and climbing stairs. Ability to lift and carry up to 40 lbs. and fulfill all physical requirements of the role.

 

ACP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We embrace and celebrate diversity and inclusivity. We do not tolerate any kind of discrimination in our hiring processes against any groups protected by federal, state, or local law.

 

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Salary : $25 - $28

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