Assistant Child Development Center Director

About Easterseals of Chicagoland and Greater Rockford:

At Easterseals of Chicagoland and Greater Rockford, we are committed to two interconnecting pillars of work: early learning and disability. We transform the lives of early learners and individuals of all abilities through access to expert educational, family, and community support. As an affiliate of America's largest nonprofit healthcare organization, we have proudly served the communities and families of Chicagoland and Greater Rockford since 1936.

Position Summary:

The Assistant Child Development Center Director acts as the right-hand to the Center Director, assuming leadership responsibility in the Center Director's absence. This role supports recruitment, development, and retention of staff, ongoing communication and engagement with families, and day-to-day center operations. Located at the Easterseals Gilchrist Marchman Child Development Center at 1312 S. Racine Ave, Chicago, IL 60608.

Major Responsibilities:
- Implement research-based curriculum and coordinated coaching strategies within Early Head Start/PI and Head Start/PFA classrooms
- Monitor and review classrooms to maintain curriculum fidelity and alignment with educational standards
- Support children with suspected disabilities and ensure full inclusion of all children
- Maintain compliance with DCFS daycare standards and NAEYC Accreditation requirements
- Provide supervision, coaching, and performance evaluations to teaching staff
- Recruit, retain, and motivate classroom staff
- Develop and maintain positive relationships with families and implement family engagement strategies
- Oversee all services at the center in the Director's absence

Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE)
- Illinois Director's Credential Level II within 3 months of hire
- 3 years teaching in an early childhood classroom, including working with children with disabilities (Head Start/Early Head Start preferred)
- 1-3 years of supervisory experience and teacher coaching experience strongly preferred
- Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
- Valid driver's license and reliable vehicle required

Salary: $68,870 - $86,087/year

To apply, visit: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/Recruiting/Jobs/Details/4275834