Assistant Director Childcare

The Learning Experience - St. Charles, IL; St. Charles (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Learning Experience - St. Charles, IL is looking for a passionate Assistant Preschool Center Director to lead a vibrant educational environment. You will ensure compliance with safety regulations while fostering a positive, inclusive culture that promotes learning and growth.

Ideal candidates need a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and leadership experience. The role includes managing staff, driving enrollment, and engaging families through community events.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of center leadership/management experience.
• State-specific Administrative or Director credential.
• Strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, creating an inclusive environment.
• Ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Build and maintain a highly qualified staff.
• Guide teachers in implementing the curriculum.
• Drive business results including family retention and enrollment growth.
• Engage prospective families through tours and marketing events.

Skills

Leadership

Early Childhood Education

Knowledge of licensing rules

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance


• Competitive salary


• Employee discounts


• Flexible schedule


• Free uniforms


• Opportunity for advancement


• Paid time off


• Training & development


• Tuition assistance

Role: Assistant Preschool Center Director

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

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

What We Offer

• 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 a Preschool Assistant Center 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.

Apply Now If You

• Have two or more years of center leadership/management experience (highly preferred).


• 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.