Assistant Director

The Learning Experience - Oceanside; Oceanside (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K plan

child care discounts

bonus opportunities

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Oceanside is seeking an Assistant Director with daycare or preschool experience to lead our Oceanside center. You will guide teachers, uphold health and safety standards, and ensure licensing compliance.

You will build a strong staff, manage enrollment and operations, and partner with families. A Bachelor's in ECE and state credentials are highly preferred, with opportunities for growth, ongoing training, and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in daycare or preschool settings is required or highly valued.
• Two+ years of center leadership/management experience preferred.
• State Administrative or Director credential per state guidelines for the role.
• Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and create an environment of trust, rapport, and inclusivity.
• Ensure health and safety SOPs and licensing compliance for the center.
• Build and maintain a qualified staff through sourcing, training, and coaching.
• Guide teachers in implementing the curriculum and engaging learning experiences.
• Drive enrollment and business operations; manage payroll and finances.
• Engage families with in-person and virtual tours; organize community events.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Training

Coaching

Enrollment growth

Payroll

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field

Job description

Role: Assistant Director

Join the fastest-growing Academy of Early Education in the nation where "Happy Happens Here"!

At The Learning Experience, we are dedicated to providing a platform for showcasing talents, sharing ideas, and advancing careers in Early Childhood Education.

We are currently seeking a passionate individual with daycare or preschool experience to join our team as a Preschool Center Director.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Benefits: 401K plan, child care discounts, and bonus opportunities!
• State-of-the-Art Classrooms: Lead in immersive classrooms equipped with the latest technology, materials, and resources, creating an environment where children can learn, play, and grow.
• Opportunities for Growth: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development, and leadership pathways that support your goals as an educator.

As a Assistant Director at The Learning Experience, You Will:

• Lead by example, displaying passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children and employees. Create an environment of trust, rapport, and inclusivity, easily connecting with diverse groups of people.
• Ensure that the physical center environment adheres to health and safety standard operating procedures, maintaining full compliance with local and state licensing regulations.
• Build and maintain a highly qualified staff by actively sourcing, training, coaching, and engaging with current and prospective employees.
• Guide our teachers in implementing our proprietary curriculum, leveraging your passion for learning. Take advantage of our engaging characters to drive the curriculum, creating a fun and enriching learning experience at TLE.
• Drive consistent business results, measured through family retention and conversion, enrollment growth, and efficient business operations. Manage accounts receivable and payable, generate monthly P&L reports, and oversee employee payroll.
• Engage prospective families through both in-person and virtual center tours, effectively showcasing the benefits of our program. Organize and execute community marketing events to raise awareness and drive enrollment.

• Have two or more years of center leadership/management experience (highly preferred) or at least one year of center leadership/management experience (required).
• Possess the state-specific Administrative or Director credential, as well as any other state-specific guidelines for the role.
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field (highly preferred).
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.

We value your experience in daycare or preschool settings and encourage you to apply.