As the Crème School Director of Operations, you will:
- Develop and implement operational plans aligned with Crème’s mission, goals, and educational objectives.
- Collaborate with other leaders to integrate operational strategies with educational initiatives.
- Oversee the maintenance, cleanliness, and safety of facilities, ensuring a secure and comfortable environment for children, staff, and visitors.
- Manage relationships with vendors, contractors, and service providers to address facility needs. • Optimize resource allocation, including budgets, staffing, and supplies, to support efficient operations. • Monitor and manage family billing and operational expenses within budgetary constraints.
- Supervise administrative staff and center support, providing leadership and guidance.
- Coordinate with Executive Director to ensure appropriate staffing levels and manage payroll
- Foster effective communication and collaboration between staff within the school
- Work closely with the education team to align operational support with educational goals.
- Assist as needed in daily school operations, at times including direct supervision of children
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in early business administration, operations management, or a related field (preferred)
- Proven experience in operations management, preferably in an educational or childcare setting. • Strong organizational and leadership skills with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. • Knowledge of budgeting and financial management
- Able to use a computer with basic proficiency, lift a minimum of 40 pounds, and work indoors or outdoors.
- Able to assume postures in low levels to allow physical and visual contact with children, 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
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Work setting:
License/Certification:
- IL childcare director qualified (Required)
Work Location: In person