Site Director

Kindercare

. Lead and supervise a group of teachers to create unique and engaging classroom experiences .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeIllinois • United StatesLead💰 $20 - $28 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership in managing educational teams and fostering engaging learning environments. Capable of building relationships with families and staff while ensuring compliance with state guidelines and safety standards.

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Teaching ExperienceTeam DevelopmentCustomer Service SkillsOrganizational SkillsRelationship Building

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Hard Skills

Basic Computer ProficiencyAbility to Lift 40 PoundsUnderstanding of State GuidelinesSafety Standards Compliance

Soft Skills

Outstanding Customer ServiceAbility to MultitaskDynamic Environment Creation

Industry Keywords

Child EducationFamily EngagementRecruitment and EnrollmentCommunity PartnershipsEducational Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and supervise a group of teachers to create unique and engaging classroom experiences
Leverage and develop “best in class” educators to be passionate and committed professionals
Ensure the site operates effectively
Maintain licensing, safety, and educational standards
Partner with parents to provide the best care and education for their children
Cultivate positive relationships with families, teachers, school and district leaders, state licensing authorities, community contacts, and corporate partners
Lead recruitment and enrollment efforts of new families and children at the sites

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least one year of teaching experience with the ability to develop, engage, and inspire a team
A love for children and a strong desire to make a difference every day
Ability to build relationships with families and staff and create a dynamic environment where play and discovery go hand-in-hand
Outstanding customer service skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to multitask and manage multiple situations effectively
Meet state specific guidelines for the role
Basic computer proficiency
Ability to lift a minimum of 40 pounds
Ability to work indoors or outdoors
Ability to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children
Ability to see and hear well enough to keep children safe and engage in physical activity
Read, write, understand, and speak English to communicate with children and their parents in English

Benefits

Comp & perks

Discounted child care benefits
Medical, dental, and vision benefits for your family and pets
Employee assistance programs
Health and wellness programs
Paid time off
Discounts for work necessities, such as cell phones
15% premium in addition to the listed pay range for hourly employees working in an Illinois center participating in the Illinois Smart Start Workforce Grant