Assistant Director

Benefits: Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance 401(k) 401(k) matching Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Assistant Director – Early Childhood Education The Learning Experience – Byron Center Salary: $45,000–$48,000 per year Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday Grow Your Leadership Career in Early Childhood Education The Learning Experience – Byron Center is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Assistant Director to join our leadership team. Working closely with the Center Director, you'll play an important role in the day-to-day success of our school — supporting teachers, building relationships with families, maintaining licensing standards, and helping ensure every classroom provides an exceptional experience for children. This is a great next step for an early childhood professional who has strong classroom and leadership experience and is ready to make a broader impact across an entire center. Key Responsibilities Support the Center Director with daily center operations Help ensure compliance with Michigan childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements Assist with recruiting, interviewing, onboarding, and training teachers Coordinate staffing, classroom coverage, and daily scheduling needs Coach and support teachers through classroom observations and ongoing feedback Promote consistent implementation of The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum Build positive, professional relationships with children and families Conduct tours and support prospective families throughout the enrollment process Help drive enrollment, family satisfaction, and retention Support center events, community partnerships, and local outreach Foster a positive team culture built around communication, accountability, and collaboration Ideal Qualifications Previous leadership experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or early childhood education program Strong understanding of Michigan childcare licensing requirements Experience leading, coaching, and developing early childhood educators Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills Comfortable interacting with both current and prospective families Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred Passion for creating a positive environment for children, families, and teachers What We Offer $45,000–$48,000 annual salary Bonus opportunities Full-time Monday–Friday schedule Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees Employee childcare discount Professional development and leadership training Supportive ownership and collaborative leadership team Opportunities for continued career advancement within a growing organization #J-18808-Ljbffr The Learning Experience