Preschool Operations Coordinator

Velocity Staffing; Lakeland (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Training & development

Job summary

The Learning Experience is seeking an Assistant Preschool Center Director to lead by example, recruit and train staff, and ensure safety and licensing compliance at the Lakeland center. You will support teachers, manage schedules, and engage families through marketing and events.

You will help drive enrollment, coordinate community partnerships, and oversee daily operations while upholding the center's educational standards and proprietary curriculum.

Qualifications

• Two+ years of center leadership/management experience (highly preferred) or at least one year (required).
• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• State-specific Administrative or Director credential required; knowledge of licensing rules expected.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and foster trust, inclusivity, and engagement among children, families, and staff.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and licensing standards at the center.
• Assist Center Director with staff recruitment, training, coaching, scheduling, and labor-hour management.
• Support teachers in implementing curriculum and engaging learning experiences for children.
• Organize community marketing events to raise enrollment and awareness.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Marketing

Customer engagement

Budget management

Staff training

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Administrative or Director credential

Tools

Center management software

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Training & development

Role: Preschool Operations Coordinator

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 plan to explore, 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 and leadership pathways that support your goals as an educator.

As a Assistant 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.
• Assist Center Director in building and maintaining a highly qualified staff by actively sourcing, training, coaching, and engaging with current and prospective employees. along with scheduling and managing labor hours.
• Assist Center Director in guiding 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.
• Organize and execute community marketing events to raise awareness and drive enrollment.
• Forecasts future enrollment based on annual graduation
• Processes payroll, ensuring the accuracy of timekeeping systems
• Manages center inventory- office supplies, food, curriculum, staff recognition items, etc.
• Manages all vendor relationships- organizes facilities maintenance and technology support
• Ensures parent billings, account receivables and collections are accurate and precise
• In partnership with Center Director, conducts team meetings to communicate important information and set a direction

CUSTOMER ENGAGEMENT

• Executes marketing brand campaigns within the center and implements local marketing activities.
• Oversees Work and Family program- building new relationships with community and business leaders (Housing Communities, Chamber of Commerce, Local Businesses)
• Effectively uses social media channels for parent engagement and retention
• Nurtures leads through scheduling and conducting tours; follows up with potential families to secure enrollment.
• Assists Center Director in leading tours.
• Has a strong understanding of the childcare offerings within the community
• Maintains the lead tracking portal and customer database
• Coordinates the registration process and maintains customer and employee information in center systems
• Responsible for communications to families (i.e. billing, newsletters)
• Plans and manages budget for “parent pleasers”

• 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.