Assistant Learning Center Manager

Think-Academy-U; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Think Zone in Redwood City, CA is seeking an Assistant Learning Center Manager for part-time, in-person work. You will support daily operations, coordinate schedules, and assist with student and family experiences, working closely with the Learning Center Manager.

This role offers hands-on leadership exposure, with opportunities to engage with tutors, families, and HQ teams. Ideal for recent graduates seeking growth in education, operations, and management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organized, dependable, and proactive.
• Able to work approximately 25 hours per week, Tuesday–Saturday.
• Able to work in person at Redwood City Learning Center.
• Mandarin proficiency is preferred but not required.
• Previous experience in education, tutoring, customer service, or operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day operations of the Redwood City Learning Center.
• Coordinate class schedules, tutors, students, and center activities.
• Maintain an organized, welcoming center environment.
• Assist Learning Center Manager with administrative tasks and issues.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal

Organized and proactive

People-oriented

Initiative

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Location:Redwood City, CA
Employment Type:Part-Time, In-Person
Schedule:Approximately 25 hours/week, Tuesday–Saturday
Pay:$25/hour

No previous management experience required.We’re looking for motivated early-career candidates who are excited to learn, take ownership, and develop their skills in education, operations, and leadership.

About Think Zone

Think Zone is a fast-growing Bay Area learning center focused on providing personalized and effective math education for K–8 students.

We believe great education starts with great people. As we continue to expand, we're looking for motivated individuals who want to grow with us and develop their careers ineducation, business operations, and leadership.

About the Role

Are you a recent graduate or early in your career and looking for an opportunity to build leadership and operations experience?

As anAssistant Learning Center Manager, you'll work closely with the Learning Center Manager to support the day-to-day operations of our Redwood City center. You'll gain hands‑on experience working with students, families, tutors, and our HQ teams while developing skills acrosscenter operations, customer experience, team coordination, community engagement, and business growth.

You don't need previous management experience. We're looking for someone who isproactive, people-oriented, organized, eager to learn, and comfortable taking on different responsibilities as needed.

What You'll Learn & Do

Support Center Operations

• Assist with the day-to-day operations of the Redwood City Learning Center
• Coordinate class schedules, tutors, students, and center activities
• Help maintain an organized, welcoming, and positive center environment
• Support the Learning Center Manager with administrative and operational tasks
• Help identify and resolve day-to-day center issues

Support Students & Families

• Build positive relationships with students and parents
• Help prospective families learn more about Think Zone and our programs
• Support families throughout trial classes, enrollment, and ongoing classes
• Gather parent feedback and help ensure families receive a high level of support
• Help monitor the overall student and family experience
• Assist with tutor onboarding, scheduling, and ongoing coordination
• Help support and communicate with the center's tutor team
• Learn how to provide feedback and address operational issues
• Develop communication, problem-solving, and people-management skills
• Step in to support center operations when the Learning Center Manager is unavailable

Help Grow the Center

• Support local events, community outreach, and marketing initiatives
• Help build relationships with local schools, families, and community organizations
• Encourage referrals and help introduce Think Zone to new families
• Work with the Learning Center Manager and HQ teams on ideas to improve enrollment, retention, and the overall center experience

Who We're Looking For

You may be a great fit if you:

• Are arecent graduate or early-career professional
• Are interested in gaining experience in operations and leadership
• Enjoy working with children, families, and people
• Are friendly, outgoing, and comfortable communicating with new people
• Take initiative and are willing to jump in where needed
• Are organized and able to balance multiple responsibilities
• Enjoy solving problems and figuring things out
• Want to grow your career in education, operations, or management

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Organized, dependable, and proactive
• Able to workapproximately 25 hours per week, Tuesday–Saturday
• Able to work in person at ourRedwood City Learning Center
• Mandarin proficiency is preferred butnot required
• Previous experience in education, tutoring, customer service, retail, sales, operations, internships, or student leadership is a plus

New graduates are encouraged to apply.

This position is a great opportunity for someone who wants to build hands‑on management experience before stepping into a full‑time leadership role.

As Think Zone continues to grow, strong performers may have opportunities to take on additional responsibilities and advance into roles such as:

You'll receive hands‑on training and support while learning how to operate and grow a successful learning center.

Why Join Think Zone?

Start building leadership experience early Gain hands‑on experience supporting the operations of a learning center.

Learn by doing Develop practical skills across operations, customer experience, recruiting, team coordination, and community outreach.

Grow with the company Join Think Zone during an expansion stage with opportunities to take on greater responsibility.

Training & mentorship Work closely with the Learning Center Manager and our HQ teams as you develop your skills.

Make an impact Help create a positive learning environment for students and a great experience for families.