Lead Assistant Director, Early Childhood Education

The Learning Experience - Byron Center; Byron Township (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Flexible schedule

Job summary

The Learning Experience – Byron Center is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to join our leadership team in early childhood education. You will support the Center Director, lead staff development, ensure licensing compliance, and nurture relationships with families to provide an exceptional learning environment for children.

Ideal candidates have strong classroom and leadership experience, knowledge of Michigan childcare licensing, and a passion for creating a positive, collaborative

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in a licensed childcare center or early childhood program.
• Strong understanding of Michigan childcare licensing requirements.
• Ability to coach and develop educators and staff.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Comfort interacting with families and prospective families.
• Bachelors or Associate degree in a related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Center Director with daily center operations.
• Help ensure licensing, health, and safety requirements are met.
• Recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training teachers.
• Coordinate staffing, classroom coverage, and daily scheduling.
• Coach teachers through observations and feedback.
• Promote LEAP Curriculum implementation.
• Build relationships with children and families.
• Support enrollment, family satisfaction, and retention.
• Support center events, partnerships, and community outreach.
• Foster a positive, collaborative team culture.

Skills

Leadership experience

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development or related field preferred

Job description

The Learning Experience – Byron Center is seeking an experienced Assistant Director to join our leadership team in early childhood education. You will support the Center Director, lead staff development, ensure licensing compliance, and nurture relationships with families to provide an exceptional learning environment for children.

Ideal candidates have strong classroom and leadership experience, knowledge of Michigan childcare licensing, and a passion for creating a positive, collaborative