Center Director - Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience #497; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

The Learning Experience #497 in Austin, TX, is seeking a Center Director to lead a childcare center, champion our curriculum, and create a happy, safe space where children Learn, Play, Grow.

You will build strong relationships with families, recruit and develop teachers, manage budgets, and ensure compliance with licensing requirements while upholding TLE’s standards for exceptional learning experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within a childcare center or related field.
• Childcare Center Director credentials required.
• Proven track record of attracting, retaining, and engaging high-quality teachers.
• Strong relationship experience and ability to enroll and retain families.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and guidelines and a commitment to maintaining full compliance.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with a focus on building and motivating high-performing teams.
• Ability to meet state/local childcare licensing requirements.
• Associates degree in early childhood education, or related field (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategies to attract and retain high-quality teachers who are committed to our mission and values.
• Ensure that all teachers are professionally trained, supported, and equipped with the resources they need to provide an exceptional learning experience for children.
• Foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration among teachers and encourage ongoing professional development and growth.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with families and ensure that they are informed and engaged in their child’s learning and development.
• Manage the center’s budget, including financial planning and reporting, and ensure that all expenses are within budgetary guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines and ensure that the center is in full compliance with all licensing requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Relationship building

Staff development

Training & development

Budgeting

Education

Childcare Center Director credentials

Associates degree in early childhood education

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

As a Center Director, you are a TLE Happiness Ambassador. You are passionate for creating a happy and safe space that ensures our little learners have the best environment to Learn, Play, Grow. As a TLE Happiness Ambassador, you will be fully equipped to share TLE’s world class curriculum, state of the art technology, characters, and programs. You will be responsible for building lasting relationships with prospective and current families and ensuring they experience why Happy Happens Here.

We believe everyone deserves to work in a happy environment. Join us to experience why Happy Happens Here.

What We Offer:

State-of-the-Art Classrooms: Our immersive classroom setting utilizes the latest technology, materials, and resources to allow children to “learn, play, and grow.”

Opportunities for Growth: We offer ongoing training and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and leadership pathways to help you meet your goals as an educator.

Compensation: Competitive healthcare benefits, premium compensation, and performance bonuses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement strategies to attract and retain high-quality teachers who are committed to our mission and values.
• Ensure that all teachers are professionally trained, supported, and equipped with the resources they need to provide an exceptional learning experience for children.
• Foster a culture of teamwork and collaboration among teachers and encourage ongoing professional development and growth.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships with families and ensure that they are informed and engaged in their child’s learning and development.
• Manage the center’s budget, including financial planning and reporting, and ensure that all expenses are within budgetary guidelines.
• Maintain compliance with all relevant regulations and guidelines and ensure that the center is in full compliance with all licensing requirements.

Qualifications:

• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role within a childcare center or related field.
• Childcare Center Director credentials required.
• Proven track record of attracting, retaining, and engaging high-quality teachers.
• Strong relationship experience and ability to enroll and retain families.
• Knowledge of relevant regulations and guidelines and a commitment to maintaining full compliance.
• Strong leadership and management skills, with a focus on building and motivating high-performing teams.
• Ability to meet state/local childcare licensing requirements.
• Associates degree in early childhood education, or related field (preferred).