Assistant Director

The Learning Experience; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Cascade in Cascade, MI is seeking an Assistant Director to join our leadership team and help oversee daily operations while supporting teachers, families, and licensing compliance.

You’ll work with the Center Director to recruit and coach staff, ensure safety standards, implement the LEAP curriculum, and promote enrollment growth and exceptional customer service.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or early childhood education program.
• Strong knowledge of Michigan childcare licensing requirements.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the Center Director to oversee daily center operations
• Ensure compliance with Michigan childcare licensing, health, and safety regulations
• Recruit, interview, onboard, and coach teachers and support staff
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and daily operational needs
• Conduct classroom observations and support teacher development
• Help implement LEAP Curriculum with consistency and quality
• Build strong relationships with families through exceptional service
• Conduct tours and assist enrollment growth and retention
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture focused on teamwork and excellence
• Support community outreach and local marketing initiatives

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Benefits:

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

Assistant Director – Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience – Cascade, MI

Salary: $45,000–$48,000 per year
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Help Lead a School Where Children, Families, and Teachers Thrive

The Learning Experience – Cascade is seeking a motivated and collaborative Assistant Director to join our leadership team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced early childhood professional who is passionate about supporting teachers, partnering with families, and helping create an exceptional educational experience for young children.

Working alongside the Center Director, you'll help oversee the daily operation of the school while ensuring licensing compliance, supporting staff development, and maintaining a positive, high-quality learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Center Director to oversee daily center operations
• Ensure compliance with all Michigan childcare licensing, health, and safety regulations
• Recruit, interview, onboard, and coach teachers and support staff
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, and daily operational needs
• Conduct classroom observations and support teacher development
• Help implement The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum with consistency and quality
• Build strong relationships with current and prospective families through exceptional customer service
• Conduct center tours and assist with enrollment growth and family retention
• Foster a positive, collaborative culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and educational excellence
• Support community outreach and local marketing initiatives

Ideal Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or early childhood education program
• Strong knowledge of Michigan childcare licensing requirements
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Experience coaching and mentoring teaching teams
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred
• Passion for creating exceptional experiences for children, families, and educators

What We Offer

• Competitive salary of $45,000–$48,000 per year
• Bonus opportunities
• Professional development and leadership training
• Supportive ownership and collaborative leadership team
• Employee childcare discount
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization