Child Care Area Director

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care • Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The Area Director oversees several child care centers and manages Center Directors to ensure that operations meet BrightPath standards. The role works alongside teachers, children, and families and is responsible for the overall operation of assigned centers, including staff recruitment and development, policies and procedures, child safety, environmental health and hygiene, NAEYC accreditation standards, state licensing, and internal company policies. The position also addresses parent concerns, supports Center Directors, monitors facilities and regulatory compliance, implements crisis plans, reviews survey feedback, and provides training on new policies.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• At least 5 years of childcare or teaching experience.
• At least 3 years of management experience.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and ability to supervise others.
• Ability to work independently within the Microsoft Office suite of products.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask and remain organized.
• Ability to work within regular operating hours.
• Must meet state criteria for childcare employment.

Responsibilities

• Address parent complaints and concerns related to education and classroom programs.
• Recommend and initiate classroom reorganizations, including opening or closing rooms and programs at designated centers.
• Directly supervise assigned Center Directors and support their daily responsibilities, management, training, and supervision of staff and facilities.
• Ensure centers comply with state, safety, fire, educational programming, and staffing regulations.
• Assess the appearance and condition of designated sites, including equipment, furniture, cleanliness, bathrooms, playgrounds, and landscaping.
• Implement the Crisis Management Plan in the event of an accident, disaster, pandemic, or similar event.
• Review customer and staff survey summaries and establish and execute improvement action plans as needed.
• Train administration and staff on new policies to support consistent adherence to policies and procedures.

Benefits

• 60% childcare discount for employees.
• 401(k) program with company match.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Paid time off for full-time staff.
• Paid holidays for full-time staff.
• Health insurance for full-time staff.
• Dental insurance for full-time staff.
• Vision insurance for full-time staff.
• $10,000 of company-paid life insurance for full-time staff.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager