Head center director

Join Our Team as a Head Start Center Director!

Are you an experienced early childhood education leader with a passion for empowering children, families, and staff? We’re looking for a dynamic Head Start Program Director to lead our dedicated team and ensure excellence in our Head Start program serving children ages 6 weeks to 5 years old.

As the Center Director, you will play a vital role in providing strategic leadership, ensuring compliance with Head Start Program & Performance Standards, and fostering a high-quality educational environment where every child can thrive.

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Resumes can be submitted via Indeed or directly emailed to [email protected] . We are currently hiring for multiple positions throughout all our centers as well!

Qualifications & Requirements

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field
• Illinois Gateways ECE Credential Level 5 or higher strongly preferred
• Illinois Gateways IT Credential Level 5 or higher strongly preferred
• Illinois Directors Credential Level 2 or higher strongly preferred
• Minimum of 2-3 years of experience in early childhood program administration or management

Additional Requirements:

• Proof of physical exam, TB test, and current vaccinations (TDap, MMR, COVID-19)
• Ability to pass background checks through DCFS, State, and FBI
• Fluent in spoken and written English (bilingual abilities in Spanish are highly valued)
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Intermediate computer skills and willingness to learn new platforms

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities
• Foster a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children
• Supervise classroom, playground, and common areas to ensure child safety
• Complete and document developmental screenings and assessments
• Accurately enter data and reports in Teaching Strategies, CARES, and/or other agency systems
• Communicate effectively with families, team members, and leadership

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person