Childcare Assistant Director

The Nest Schools•Vernon Hills, IL
•$40,000 - $45,000

About The Position

The Nest Schools is seeking a School Assistant Director to help lead a school and support its early childhood education program. The organization is focused on providing high-quality early childhood programs for children and their families, and on supporting teachers as Early Childhood Professional Educators. Schools have a full-time curriculum and education specialist and classroom budgets for learning materials and crafts. The Nest Schools describes its workplace culture as centered on wellness, innovation, kindness, and fun, with recognition, mentoring, training, and career-growth programs. The stated pay range is $40,000–$45,000 per year.

Requirements

  • Willingness to obtain a Director Credential.

Nice To Haves

  • Previous administrative experience, preferably in a large school.
  • Early Childhood Education background preferred.

Benefits

  • Industry-leading benefits and compensation.
  • Career growth opportunities.
  • Outside professional development opportunities, including NAEYC conferences and Nest Conferences.
  • Fellowship with other directors regionally and throughout the company.
  • Nest Eggs Reward & Recognition Program.
  • Mentor Programs.
  • Funday Mondays.
  • Nest University training and certificate programs.
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