Preschool Center Director

The Learning Experience; Bon Air (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Employee discounts

Training & development

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Bon Air, VA is seeking a Preschool Center Director who leads with passion for early education, mentors staff, and builds a nurturing environment where children and families thrive.

You will oversee curriculum implementation, operations, enrollment growth, and community events, while maintaining health, safety, licensing compliance, and a strong commitment to staff development.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of center leadership/management experience (highly preferred) or at least three years (required).
• State-specific Administrative or Director credential.
• Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field (highly preferred).
• Strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example with passion for making a positive impact on children, staff, and families; foster trust and inclusivity.
• Ensure center environment adheres to health and safety SOPs and licensing regulations.
• Build and maintain a qualified staff through sourcing, training, coaching, and engagement.
• Guide teachers in implementing our curriculum using engaging characters to enrich learning.
• Drive business results: retention, enrollment growth, and efficient operations including payroll and P&L.
• Engage families via in-person and virtual tours; organize community marketing events.

Skills

Center leadership experience

Staff coaching & development

Community engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Training & development

Role: Preschool Center Director

Join the fastest-growing Academy of Early Education in the nation where "Happy Happens Here"!

At The Learning Experience, we are dedicated to providing a platform for showcasing talents, sharing ideas, and advancing careers in Early Childhood Education.

We are currently seeking a passionate individual with daycare or preschool experience to join our team as a Preschool Center Director.

What We Offer:

• State-of-the-Art Classrooms: Lead in immersive classrooms equipped with the latest technology, materials, and resources, creating an environment where children can learn, play, and grow.
• Opportunities for Growth: Benefit from ongoing training and professional development, tuition reimbursement, and leadership pathways that support your goals as an educator.

As a Preschool Center Director at The Learning Experience, You Will:

• Lead by example, displaying passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children and employees. Create an environment of trust, rapport, and inclusivity, easily connecting with diverse groups of people.
• Ensure that the physical center environment adheres to health and safety standard operating procedures, maintaining full compliance with local and state licensing regulations.
• Build and maintain a highly qualified staff by actively sourcing, training, coaching, and engaging with current and prospective employees.
• Guide our teachers in implementing our proprietary curriculum, leveraging your passion for learning. Take advantage of our engaging characters to drive the curriculum, creating a fun and enriching learning experience at TLE.
• Drive consistent business results, measured through family retention and conversion, enrollment growth, and efficient business operations. Manage accounts receivable and payable, generate monthly P&L reports, and oversee employee payroll.
• Engage prospective families through both in-person and virtual center tours, effectively showcasing the benefits of our program. Organize and execute community marketing events to raise awareness and drive enrollment.

Apply Now If You:

• Have five or more years of center leadership/management experience (highly preferred) or at least three year of center leadership/management experience (required).
• Possess the state-specific Administrative or Director credential, as well as any other state-specific guidelines for the role.
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field (highly preferred).
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.

We value your experience in daycare or preschool settings and encourage you to apply.

Apply today to become part of our team and help us create a happy and nurturing environment where children and families thrive!