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CHILD CARE CENTER DIRECTOR | MOUNT PROSPECT, IL
EXPERIENCED DIRECTORS — APPLY DIRECTLY! CALL/TEXT: 630-430-6280
EMAIL: Kiddieacademy5@gmail.com
📍 Kiddie Academy of Mount Prospect | 920 Perimeter Dr., Mount Prospect, IL
Seeking an experienced Early Childhood Director/Administrator ready to lead, inspire, and grow a thriving center.
REQUIRED: Illinois DCFS Director Qualified + minimum GATEWAYS Director Level 1 credential.
Ideal candidates bring proven experience in early childhood leadership, educator coaching, team building, enrollment growth, family retention, DCFS compliance, health & safety, and NAEYC accreditation.
Strong communication, organization, technology, and problem-solving skills required.
STRONG SALARY + BONUS OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXPERIENCED DIRECTORS! Ready to make an impact? Call or email directly today!
EXPERIENCED DIRECTORS — APPLY DIRECTLY! CALL/TEXT: 630-430-6280
EMAIL: Kiddieacademy5@gmail.com
📍 Kiddie Academy of Mount Prospect | 920 Perimeter Dr., Mount Prospect, IL
Seeking an experienced Early Childhood Director/Administrator ready to lead, inspire, and grow a thriving center.
REQUIRED: Illinois DCFS Director Qualified + minimum GATEWAYS Director Level 1 credential.
Ideal candidates bring proven experience in early childhood leadership, educator coaching, team building, enrollment growth, family retention, DCFS compliance, health & safety, and NAEYC accreditation.
Strong communication, organization, technology, and problem-solving skills required.
STRONG SALARY + BONUS OPPORTUNITIES FOR EXPERIENCED DIRECTORS! Ready to make an impact? Call or email directly today!
Salary
60000 - 999999
Job Status
Full-time
Experience
1-3 yrs experience
Required Education
Two Year College Degree
Required Credentials
Illinois Director Credential Level I
IDC Level II
IDC Level III
Preferred Qualifications & Certificates
Minimum 2+years of Director Experience in Early Childhood, Live within 15 Miles from the Mount Prospect Location, and Have a Minimum of Director Level 1 Gateways Credential.
Benefits
Yes
If "Yes" please specify
401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance
Application Process
HIRING A DIRECTOR ASAP: TEXT 630-630-6280 With your intro and follow up with an email to KIDDIEACADEMY5@GMAIL.COM with your Resume, Transcripts, and Director Credentials/Gateways PDR
Application deadline
09/12/2026
Organization Information
Name of Organization
Kiddie Academy of Mount Prospect
Address
920 Perimeter Dr.
City
Mount Prospect
State
IL
Zip
60056
County
Cook County
Telephone - No symbols can be used (/-'&)
6304306280
Website
https://kiddieacademy.com/academies/mount-prospect/
Contact Information
Contact Person
Preeti Gulati
Email
preeti.gulati@kiddieacademy.net
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