Childcare Assistant Director

The Nest SchoolsVernon Hills, IL
$43,000 - $48,000Onsite

About The Position

The Nest Schools, founded in 2021, is a new Early Childhood organization operated by experienced early childhood professionals. Their vision is to raise a world of kind, healthy, happy, and inspired children and to be the worldwide leader in early childhood programs. They are seeking a School Director who values Early Childhood Education and recognizes teachers as professional educators. Each school is supported by a full-time curriculum and education specialist, and classroom budgets are provided for learning materials and crafts. The Nest Schools actively strives to be a "Best Workplace" through programs focused on WELLNESS, INNOVATION, KINDNESS, and FUN, including a Reward & Recognition Program, Mentor Programs, Funday Mondays, Director Retreats with industry speakers, and Nest University for innovative training and certificate programs leading to career opportunities in early childhood education. They offer industry-leading benefits and competitive pay, career growth opportunities, centralized billing and receivables, centralized call screening to allow more focus on program quality, and outside professional development opportunities like NAEYC and Nest Conferences.

Requirements

  • Previous administrative experience preferred, preferably in a large school.
  • Experience in Early Childhood Education required.
  • Willingness to obtain Director Credential.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the school with a focus on the value of Early Childhood Education.
  • Embrace the idea that teachers are Early Childhood Professional Educators.
  • Ensure teachers can deliver envisioned experiences with provided classroom budgets.
  • Focus on the quality of programs and children, families, and staff.
  • Participate in Director Retreats for training.
  • Engage in professional development opportunities.

Benefits

  • Industry-leading benefits
  • Competitive compensation (best paid in the industry)
  • Career growth opportunities
  • Centralized billing and receivables
  • Centralized call screening
  • Outside professional development opportunities (e.g., NAEYC conferences, Nest Conferences)
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