What are the responsibilities and job description for the Childcare Assistant Director position at Holy Cross Lutheran Church?
Assistant Director – Celebration! Childcare & CrossWays Preschool
Celebration! Childcare and CrossWays Preschool are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director to support daily operations and help lead our early childhood programs. This role works closely with the Center Director to ensure a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children, families, and staff.
The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and passionate about early childhood education, with a strong commitment to program quality, staff development, and building meaningful relationships within our center community.
Major Key Job Responsibilities
Join Our Team
At Celebration! Childcare and CrossWays Preschool, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—supporting children, guiding teachers, and partnering with families in a welcoming, faith-based community.
Apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey.
Celebration! Childcare and CrossWays Preschool are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director to support daily operations and help lead our early childhood programs. This role works closely with the Center Director to ensure a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children, families, and staff.
The ideal candidate is organized, collaborative, and passionate about early childhood education, with a strong commitment to program quality, staff development, and building meaningful relationships within our center community.
Major Key Job Responsibilities
- Assist the Director in planning and supervising programs and activities for Celebration Childcare Center and CrossWays Preschool
- Support staff recruitment, supervision, and development
- Coordinate and manage daily operations, including curriculum support, scheduling, supplies, and center organization
- Maintain compliance with Illinois DCFS regulations, including accurate staff and student records
- Oversee administrative tasks such as tuition tracking, calendars, and facility maintenance needs
- Provide tours for prospective families and support a consistent enrollment process
- Communicate effectively with staff, families, the Parent Advisory Committee, Holy Cross staff, and congregation
- Assist in marketing and outreach efforts, including website and social media communication
- Foster a culture of collaboration, professionalism, and positivity among staff
- A minimum of an associate degree from an accredited college or university in child development or early childhood education; or
- The equivalent (defined as 64 semester hours or 96 quarter hours in any discipline, with a minimum of 21 semester hours or 31.5 quarter hours from an accredited college or university in courses related to child development, early childhood education or early childhood special education) and one of the following:
- Gateways to Opportunity Level I Illinois Director Credential; or
- 3 semester hours or 4.5 quarter hours of college credit in child care administration, leadership, or management; or
- 3 points of credential-approved training in child care administration, leadership, or management.
- Candidate must be aware of current DCFS Standards and be prepared to meet those standards.
- Salary: $49,000 – $53,000 annually
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off/Holiday Pay
- No weekends
- Paid CPR/First Aid certification
- 75% childcare discount
- Paid training and professional development
- Supportive, team-oriented culture
Join Our Team
At Celebration! Childcare and CrossWays Preschool, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact—supporting children, guiding teachers, and partnering with families in a welcoming, faith-based community.
Apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey.
Salary : $49,000 - $53,000