Learning Center Manager- Pleasanton

Think Zone Learning Center; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan & Match

Clear career advancement pathway

Job summary

An educational center in California is seeking a Learning Center Manager to lead and grow its operations. You'll be responsible for managing day-to-day processes, building relationships with families, and promoting the center in the local community. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and strong communication skills. This role offers a full-time position with opportunities for career advancement in a mission-driven environment focused on positive student outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required.
• Available for in-person full-time work in the Bay Area.
• Prior experience in education or operations is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day operations and ensure classroom scheduling flow.
• Build trusted relationships with families.
• Promote the center through outreach and local partnerships.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

People-oriented

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Title

Learning Center Manager

Employment Type

Full-time (In-Person)

Locations

• Dublin
• Newark
• Pleasanton
• San Ramon
• Santa Clara

Compensation

$55,000 – $72,000 per year (Base $25/hour + commission)

Work Schedule

30–40 hours per week

Benefits & Perks

• Health Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave
• 401(k) Retirement Plan & Match
• 6–8 Week Annual Shutdown (no instruction during breaks)
• Clear career advancement pathway

About Think Zone

Think Zone is a fast‑growing Bay Area‑based learning center brand, offering personalized, effective math learning for K–8 students. Through a powerful combination of curriculum, system, and human support, we are scaling a new kind of education experience.

About the Role

We are hiring full‑time Center Managers to lead and grow our flagship learning centers in the Bay Area. As the Center Manager, you’ll operate your center like a business owner — with full support from headquarters — and play a critical role in shaping students’ learning experiences, families’ trust, and the future of the Better Me brand.

What You’ll Do

Center Ownership & Operations

• Lead day‑to‑day operations and ensure smooth classroom and scheduling flow
• Build a positive and trusted relationship with families
• Monitor student learning and track satisfaction

Growth & Marketing

• Promote your center through school outreach, events, and local partnerships
• Convert trial students into long‑term enrollments
• Work closely with our Growth Team to focus on achieving center targets

Team Leadership

• Recruit and train tutors with HQ support
• Create a fun, professional, and reliable team culture
• Ensure team quality through feedback and coaching

System Contribution

• Help pilot new systems, provide feedback, and contribute to process improvement
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with HQ departments (training, curriculum, marketing)

You’re a Great Fit If You Are

• Outgoing, positive, and people‑oriented
• Organized and dependable — you get things done
• Willing to learn marketing and operational skills
• Interested in building your own long‑term career
• Excited to lead your own small team and grow something from 0 to 1

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required
• Based in the Bay Area & available for in‑person full‑time work
• Strong communication skills
• Prior experience in education, operations, customer service, or team leadership is a plus — but not required

Your Growth Path

From Center Manager to Regional Manager to Regional Director. You’ll be fully trained and supported at every step — with clear benchmarks, feedback, and career acceleration opportunities.

Why Join Think Zone?

• 📚 Mission‑driven company focused on real student outcomes
• 💼 Gain professional experience in team leadership, marketing, and business operations
• 🌱 Startup‑like growth with stability and support
• 🧡 Join a young, passionate, collaborative team that values your growth