Early Childhood Education Center Manager

4 weeks ago


Chicago, Illinois, United States Bright Horizons Full time

Child Care Center Director

As a leader in a Child Care Center, you inspire teachers to create high-quality programming in each classroom while managing the center's day-to-day operations. You build strong partnerships with families to nurture each child's individual development and pave the way for success in school and life. The work you do is vital and makes a difference in the lives of the children, families, and your staff.

A Bright Horizons Career Includes:

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off
  • Referral bonus
  • Career development and FREE college degrees (for you and your teachers) through our Horizons Teacher Degree Program

Key Responsibilities:

  • Incorporate our company mission, culture, and values to build and maintain an inclusive environment for children, families, and staff.
  • Proactively communicate with families, clients, staff, and licensing to provide exemplary customer service.
  • Conduct the daily responsibilities of operating the center, including guiding the center team and providing feedback to help each employee grow.

Requirements:

Candidates must meet state and company minimum education and experience requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field highly preferred; Associate degree required with educational plan to complete Bachelor's degree
  • At least three years of center supervisory experience in a high-quality program required, experience working in a NAEYC-accredited center strongly preferred
  • At least three years of professional teaching experience with infant to preschool children required

Pursue your passion for early learning and make a difference in the lives of children and families. Explore the possibilities of where a Bright Horizons career can take you – in a workplace committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion where you can be you.

Compensation Range: $70,000-$90,000

The range of compensation listed here or that may be discussed in the interview process is what Bright Horizons in good faith anticipates offering for this job opening. Actual compensation offers will depend on a variety of factors including experience, education and training, certifications, geography, and other relevant business or organizational factors.

Life at Bright Horizons:

Our people are the heart of our company. Because we're as committed to our own employees as we are to the children and families we serve, our collaborative workplaces are designed to grow careers and support personal lives. Here, you'll find traditional perks (health insurance, 401(k), PTO, and flex spending), education assistance (including access to free CDA and ECE degrees), and so much more.



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