Preschool Center Director

Socket.dev; Vernon (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Learning Experience is seeking a Preschool Center Director in Connecticut to lead a dynamic early education center. You will model best practices, ensure licensing compliance, and drive quality learning while supporting a diverse team of teachers and staff.

Responsibilities include staff sourcing and development, curriculum guidance, business operations like payroll and P&L, and engaging families through tours and community events to boost enrollment and program impact.

Qualifications

• Two or more years of center leadership/management experience (highly preferred).
• Possess the state-specific Administrative or Director credential, plus any state guidelines.
• Demonstrate knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and foster trust, rapport, and inclusivity with staff and families.
• Ensure center health and safety procedures meet licensing standards.
• Recruit, train, and coach a qualified staff; engage current and prospective employees.
• Guide teachers in implementing curriculum and engaging learning experiences.
• Drive enrollment and manage accounts; produce monthly P&L and payroll oversight.
• Organize tours and community events to raise awareness and enrollment.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Training

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field

State Administrative/Director credential

Job description

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance


• Competitive salary


• Dental insurance


• Employee discounts


• Health insurance


• Paid time off


• Vision 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.

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

• Have two or more years of center leadership/management experience (highly preferred) or at least one 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.