Preschool Program Director Salary in Chicago, IL

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How much does a Preschool Program Director make in Chicago, IL? The average Preschool Program Director salary in Chicago, IL is $158,613 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $136,980 and $182,156. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Program Director - Preschool

NRGUSA - Rosemead , CA

NRGUSA is seeking a Program Director of a preschool who will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the preschool program, including curriculum development, staff management, parent ...

ZipRecruiter - 4 days ago

Preschool Director - Cupertino

Excelsior Preschool LLC - Cupertino , CA

A preschool director plays a crucial role in the overall administration, financial, and operational ... preschool programs. Child Development and Well-being: · Monitor the overall well-being of the ...

ZipRecruiter - 6 days ago

Preschool Director

City View Charter School - Hillsboro , OR

The program would serve children ages 3-5, following our school calendar. We are looking for an experienced Preschool Director to oversee and manage the program. The Preschool Director would be ...

LinkedIn - 35 days ago

Assistant Preschool Director

Walnut Creek Presbyterian Church - Walnut Creek , CA

Manage the budget and use ProCare (the preschool accounting program) to process all family payments ... Serves as Acting Director when the Director is off-site * Occasionally will spend 4 hours in the ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 10 days ago

Preschool Director

Guidepost Montessori - Kent , WA

We're now hiring an experienced leader to join our growing team as Preschool Director at our lovely ... Ensuring delivery of an exceptional program * Ensuring overall profitability targets are met ...

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Assistant Preschool Director

Jus Kids Academy Inc - Los Angeles , CA

The Assistant Preschool Director works closely with the Preschool Director to ensure the smooth ... Enroll all new families in the CACFP Food Program. Process claims daily, and submit monthly. * Must ...

ZipRecruiter ATS Jobs for ZipSearch/ZipAlerts - 23 days ago

What does a Preschool Program Director do?

Common responsibilities of a Preschool Program Director

Responds to requests for service and assistance.

November 12, 2022

Reviews monthly financial reports to ensure correct accounting of program expenses.

December 30, 2022

Completes proposals for refunding associated with Head Start and the Virginia Preschool Initiative, and others as required.

February 12, 2023

Provide guidance and feedback to help team members increase knowledge and strengthen skills to accomplish individual and team goals.

March 01, 2023

Works with Director of Infant and Toddler Programs & Services to maintain a consistent approach to orientation of newly hired staff.

April 08, 2023

Organized, self-starter, high attention to detail, ability to both multi-task and focus deeply, can work in a fast-paced environment, can prioritize with lots of incoming data, calm under pressure, ability to model appropriate self-help skills.

April 17, 2023

Plan and implement procedures for maintaining accurate classroom records.

April 18, 2023

Supports the successful implementation of all facets of Campagna Preschool Programs .

April 19, 2023

Demonstrated commitment to accountability, measuring outcomes, and a results-oriented culture.

May 11, 2023

Manage enrollment-related practices (responding to school inquiries, providing school tours, building enrollment, creating relationships with school families, etc.

May 17, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Preschool Program Director in Chicago, IL

Average Base Salary

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136980

182156

158613

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

144746

199501

169834

What is the average salary for Preschool Program Director in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Preschool Program Director in Chicago, IL. The base salary for Preschool Program Director ranges from $136,980 to $182,156 with the average base salary of $158,613. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $144,746 to $199,501 with the average total cash compensation of $169,834.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$158,613	$136,980 - $182,156
Bonus	$11,221	$7,766 - $17,345
Total Pay	$169,834	$144,746 - $199,501

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Preschool Program Director Salary Near Chicago, IL

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Cicero, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $137,750 - $183,180	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Park, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $137,750 - $183,180	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Oak Lawn, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $137,594 - $182,972	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Evanston, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $137,698 - $183,111	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Skokie, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $137,698 - $183,111	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL
CITY, STATE Arlington Heights, IL	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $134,615 - $179,011	COMPARE TO Chicago, IL

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