Preschool Center 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 Preschool Center Director - Early Childhood Education Location: The Learning Experience - Oak Creek, WI Salary: $60,000 per year Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday Lead a School Where Children, Families & Teachers Thrive The Learning Experience - Oak Creek is seeking an experienced Preschool Center Director to lead our early childhood education center. We're looking for a strong people leader who can balance educational quality, teacher development, family relationships, enrollment, licensing compliance, and daily operations. As Center Director, you'll set the tone for the school and create a positive culture where children thrive, families feel connected, and teachers feel supported. What You'll Do Lead the daily operations of the childcare center Recruit, hire, onboard, coach, and retain high-quality teachers Build a positive, accountable, and supportive team culture Manage staffing and scheduling while maintaining required classroom ratios Ensure compliance with Wisconsin childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements Monitor classroom quality and support implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum Conduct center tours and build relationships with prospective families Drive enrollment growth, family retention, and overall satisfaction Address family questions and concerns professionally and proactively Support community outreach and local enrollment events Manage administrative responsibilities, staffing, payroll processes, and center documentation Partner with ownership to achieve operational and financial goals Qualifications Childcare or preschool leadership/management experience required Experience in a licensed daycare, preschool, or early childhood education program Strong knowledge of childcare center operations and licensing requirements Experience recruiting, coaching, and developing teaching teams Strong communication, organization, leadership, and problem-solving skills Experience with enrollment, family tours, and retention preferred Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Business, or related field preferred Must meet applicable Wisconsin licensing requirements for Center Director What We Offer $60,000 annual salary Full-time Monday-Friday schedule Bonus opportunities Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees Employee childcare discount Professional development and leadership training Supportive ownership and leadership team Career advancement opportunities #J-18808-Ljbffr