Assistant Director

The Learning Experience; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 37,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

State-of-the-art classrooms

Growth opportunities and tuition/reimb

Job summary

The Learning Experience seeks an Assistant Director to lead by example, fostering a caring environment for children and staff. You will ensure safety, regulatory compliance, and effective operations across the center, while actively supporting teachers and families.

Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's in ECE or related field with leadership experience, and state credentials. Join a growth-focused team offering professional development and a pathway to leadership within our franchise network.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of center leadership/management experience (preferred)
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field (preferred)
• State licensing rules knowledge and compliance experience
• Possess state-specific Administrative or Director credential (preferred)

Responsibilities

• Lead by example with passion for children and staff.
• Ensure health and safety SOPs and licensing compliance.
• Source, train, coach, and engage staff.
• Guide teachers in implementing the proprietary curriculum.
• Drive family enrollment and retention; manage class coverage.
• Organize community marketing events and center tours.

Skills

Leadership

Staff training

Communication

Compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's in ECE

Director credential (state)

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 an Assistant Director.

What We Offer:

• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy, paid sick leave, a 401K plan, a child care discounts, and more!


• 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, tuition reimbursement, and leadership pathways that support your goals as an educator.

As an 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, cover class ratios as needed.


• 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. (Preferred)


• 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.

Compensation: $37,000.00 - $42,000.00 per year

The Learning Experience

At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.

Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands‑on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.

At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.