Assistant Director

The Learning Experience - Oak Creek; Oak Creek (WI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Employee discounts

Competitive salary

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Oak Creek is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Assistant Director to lead our school and support our growing community of children, families, and educators. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early childhood professional who enjoys mentoring teachers, building strong family relationships, and helping ensure a high-quality educational experience.

Working closely with the Center Director, you'll play an essential role in daily operations, staff

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a childcare center, preschool, or early childhood program.
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Knowledge of Wisconsin childcare licensing requirements preferred.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing teaching teams.
• Passion for early childhood education and creating exceptional family experiences.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations with the Center Director.
• Ensure compliance with licensing, health, and safety regulations.
• Recruit, onboard, and coach teachers and staff.
• Assist with scheduling, staffing, and operational planning.
• Support enrollment growth through family tours and customer service.
• Build strong relationships with current and prospective families.
• Monitor classroom quality and implement educational programs.
• Foster a collaborative, positive team culture.
• Assist with community outreach and local marketing.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Licensing knowledge

Coaching/Mentoring

Family relations

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's 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 – Oak Creek, WI

Salary: $45,000–$48,000 per year

Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Join Our Leadership Team

The Learning Experience – Oak Creek is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Assistant Director to help lead our school and support our growing community of children, families, and educators. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early childhood professional who enjoys mentoring teachers, building strong family relationships, and helping ensure a high-quality educational experience.

Working closely with the Center Director, you'll play an essential role in daily operations, staff development, licensing compliance, and creating a positive, welcoming culture where both children and teachers can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the Center Director to oversee the daily operations of the school
• Ensure compliance with all Wisconsin licensing, health, and safety regulations
• Recruit, hire, onboard, and coach teachers and support staff
• Assist with employee scheduling, staffing, and operational planning
• Support enrollment growth by conducting family tours and delivering exceptional customer service
• Build strong relationships with current and prospective families
• Monitor classroom quality and help implement The Learning Experience's educational programs
• Foster a collaborative, positive, and accountable team culture
• Assist with community outreach and local marketing initiatives

Ideal Qualifications

• Previous leadership experience in a childcare center, preschool, or early childhood education program
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• Knowledge of Wisconsin childcare licensing requirements preferred
• Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing teaching teams
• Passion for early childhood education and creating exceptional family experiences
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred

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
• Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization