Childcare Center Operations Lead

The Learning Experience; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Newark, DE is seeking an organized and motivated Assistant Director to support the daily operation of our early childhood education center. This role combines leadership, family service, staffing support, and center operations.

We’re looking for someone who can confidently support teachers and families while helping ensure the school runs smoothly each day. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• Delaware Director qualification preferred.
• Leadership or administrative experience strongly preferred.
• Previous childcare center, preschool, or early childhood experience required.
• Strong customer service and family communication skills.
• Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working rotating opening, mid, and closing schedules as needed.
• Must meet Delaware childcare licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Partner with center leadership to support daily operations.
• Assist with staffing, scheduling, classroom coverage, and maintaining required ratios.
• Support teacher onboarding, training, coaching, and development.
• Maintain licensing and employee documentation.
• Build strong relationships with current and prospective families.
• Conduct center tours and support enrollment and family retention.
• Assist with administrative and business functions.
• Help maintain high standards for classroom quality, health, and safety.
• Respond to day-to-day operational needs throughout the center.
• Support community events and family engagement initiatives.
• Follow Delaware childcare licensing requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Administrative experience

Customer service

Family communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Delaware Director qualification preferred

Job description

The Learning Experience – Newark, DE is seeking an organized and motivated Assistant Director to support the daily operation of our early childhood education center. This role combines leadership, family service, staffing support, and center operations.

We’re looking for someone who can confidently support teachers and families while helping ensure the school runs smoothly each day. This is a full-time position with competitive compensation and opportunities for advancement.