Early Childhood Assistant Director

Job overview

The Early Childhood Assistant Director role is onsite in Rockford, IL, with a stated salary of $45,000–$55,000 per year. The position supports early childhood programming at Hand-n-Hand Child Care Center and works with the Center Director. The role helps ensure smooth daily center operations and a nurturing, inclusive environment for children, families, and staff. It supports staff development, scheduling, enrollment and program quality, while maintaining safe facilities and regulatory compliance.

What you'll do

• Support staff hiring, training, scheduling, payroll, and professional growth
• lead center operations when needed
• monitor enrollment, attendance, and staffing
• support quality standards, enrollment processes, marketing, and outcome reporting
• oversee supplies, inspections, and opening and closing procedures
• respond to emergencies and compliance needs.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

early childhood assistant director

child care

center operations

staff scheduling

staff development

rockford il

ymca of rock river valley

full-time

monday–friday

$45k–$55k per year

enrollment

regulatory compliance

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• The posting refers to employment benefit information but does not detail specific benefits.

Why this role

Monday–Friday schedule with hours varying between 6:15 a.m. and 5:45 p.m.; one position at Hand-n-Hand Child Care Center.

About the employer

YMCA of Rock River Valley is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.