Assistant Center Director - Childcare & Preschool

The Learning Experience - Newark; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

The Learning Experience - Newark is seeking an organized, energetic Assistant Center Director to oversee daily operations, support teachers, and deliver a high-quality childcare and preschool experience for families.

In this hands-on leadership role, you will manage staff scheduling, compliance, tours, enrollment, and family communications while partnering with the Center Director to drive program quality and growth.

Qualifications

• Experience in a licensed childcare, daycare, or preschool setting.
• Lead Teacher or Assistant Director or childcare administrative experience preferred.
• Understanding of early childhood education and licensing requirements.
• Experience coaching or supervising teaching teams.

Responsibilities

• Support daily childcare center operations with the Center Director.
• Assist with staff scheduling, classroom coverage, and maintaining teacher-to-child ratios.
• Support onboarding, training, coaching and professional development for staff.
• Maintain employee records, licensing documents, and center compliance.
• Conduct family tours and support enrollment and retention.
• Build positive relationships with families and address questions or concerns.
• Assist with administrative tasks, recordkeeping, and center communications.
• Support implementation of L.E.A.P. Curriculum.
• Monitor classroom quality, safety procedures, and daily routines.
• Coordinate family events and community engagement activities.
• Step in to support classrooms and staff as needed.
• Ensure Delaware licensing requirements are met.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Customer service

Problem-solving

Education

Delaware Director qualifications preferred

Job description

Benefits:

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Assistant Center Director - Childcare & Preschool

Location: The Learning Experience - Newark, DE

Salary: $40,000-$45,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday | Rotating shifts between 6:30 AM and 6:30 PM

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced childcare professional ready to take the next step into leadership?

The Learning Experience - Newark is hiring an organized, dependable, and motivated Assistant Center Director to help lead daily operations, support our teaching team, and create an exceptional experience for children and families.

This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys solving problems, developing teachers, connecting with families, and keeping a busy childcare center running smoothly.

Whether you're an experienced Assistant Director or a strong Lead Teacher ready to grow into administration, we'd love to hear from you!

What You'll Do

• Partner with the Center Director to support daily childcare center operations
• Assist with staff scheduling, classroom coverage, and maintaining required teacher-to-child ratios
• Support teacher onboarding, training, coaching, and professional development
• Help maintain employee records, licensing documentation, and center compliance
• Conduct prospective family tours and support enrollment and retention
• Build positive relationships with families and address questions or concerns
• Assist with administrative responsibilities, recordkeeping, and daily center communications
• Support implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Monitor classroom quality, safety procedures, and daily routines
• Help coordinate family events and community engagement activities
• Step in to support classrooms and staff when needed
• Ensure compliance with Delaware childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

Qualifications

• Previous professional experience in a licensed childcare, daycare, or preschool setting required
• Previous Lead Teacher, Assistant Director, or childcare administrative experience strongly preferred
• Delaware Director qualifications preferred
• Candidates working toward Director qualifications with strong relevant experience are encouraged to apply
• Understanding of early childhood education, classroom operations, and childcare licensing requirements
• Experience coaching, supervising, or supporting teaching teams preferred
• Strong customer service skills and ability to build relationships with families
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Comfortable managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced childcare environment
• Availability to work rotating opening, mid-day, and closing shifts within center hours of 6:30 AM-6:30 PM
• Must meet applicable Delaware childcare licensing requirements for assigned responsibilities

What We Offer

• $40,000-$45,000 annual salary
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Professional development and leadership training
• Employee childcare discount
• Supportive leadership and collaborative teaching environment
• Opportunities for continued career growth and advancement

The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.