Preschool Center Director

The Learning Experience; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Childcare discounts

Job summary

The Learning Experience in Raleigh, NC is seeking a Preschool Center Director to lead our early education program, drive enrollment growth, and ensure compliance with local licensing and safety standards.

You will hire, train, and coach staff; guide teachers with our proprietary curriculum; oversee payroll, P&L, and accounts receivable; and engage families through tours and community events to deliver high-quality care and a warm, educational environment.

Qualifications

• Two+ years center leadership/management experience (highly preferred) or at least one year of center leadership/management experience (required).
• Possess North Carolina Administrative credential.
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field (highly preferred).
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of North Carolina state licensing rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example, displaying passion for making a positive impact on the lives of children and employees.
• Ensure the center environment adheres to health and safety SOPs and licensing regulations.
• Build and maintain a highly qualified staff through sourcing, training, coaching, and engagement.
• Guide teachers in implementing the proprietary curriculum and drive engagement with learning characters.
• Drive business results through enrollment growth, family retention, and efficient operations (P&L, payroll).
• Engage families via in-person and virtual center tours and community marketing events.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or related field

Job description

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

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:

• Competitive Benefits: Enjoy health, vision, and dental insurance, child care discounts, and more!
• 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.

• Have two or more years of center leadership/management experience (highly preferred) or at least one year of center leadership/management experience (required).
• Possess North Carolina Administrative credential.
• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field (highly preferred).
• Demonstrate strong knowledge of North Carolina state licensing rules and regulations.

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