Center Director

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionBenefits: Free food & snacksFree uniformsHealth insurancePaid time offTraining & development401(k)Bonus based on performanceCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discounts Location: [City, State] Pay: [Insert Compensation] Job Type: Full-Time Schedule: [Insert Schedule] Benefits: [Insert Benefits] #TLEHP The Learning Experience is hiring a Center Director to lead the daily operations of our early childhood education center. The Center Director leads teachers and staff, builds relationships with families, drives enrollment, maintains licensing and safety standards, and manages center performance. What You'll Do Inspires Happiness Create a welcoming environment for children, families, and staff. Build positive relationships with families, children, and team membersCreate a professional, supportive, and collaborative center cultureAddress family and staff questions or concerns promptlyRecognize and support team membersTakes Ownership Lead the center and take responsibility for its day-to-day performance. Manage staffing, scheduling, enrollment, and center operationsRecruit, hire, onboard, and retain qualified teachersSet priorities and address operational challengesMonitor center performance and follow through on action itemsBuilds Trust Lead through communication, coaching, and consistency. Coach and develop teachers and center staffSet clear expectations and provide regular feedbackMaintain strong communication with familiesHandle employee and family concerns professionally and confidentiallyDrives Operational Excellence Maintain a safe, compliant, and well-run childcare center. Ensure compliance with state childcare licensing, health, and safety requirementsMaintain appropriate staffing, classroom ratios, and required recordsOversee implementation of TLE's curriculum and operating standardsMonitor staffing, labor, budgets, enrollment, and key performance indicatorsReview center financial performance and manage resources responsiblyMaintain a clean, organized, and safe centerElevates the Brand Grow enrollment and represent The Learning Experience in the community. Lead center tours and follow up with prospective familiesMonitor enrollment, retention, and family engagementSupport local marketing, events, referrals, and community outreachBuild relationships with current and prospective familiesMaintain TLE brand and quality standardsQualifications At least 1 year of childcare center management or people leadership experience required; 2+ years preferredExperience in childcare, preschool, daycare, or early childhood educationMust meet applicable state Director or Administrator requirementsBachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Business, or related field preferredKnowledge of childcare licensing, health, safety, and classroom standardsExperience leading, coaching, and developing employeesStrong communication, organization, and problem-solving skillsMust meet applicable background screening, health, and regulatory requirementsCompensation: $55,000-$65,000 If you have early childhood education leadership experience and are ready to lead a center, team, and growing community of families, apply today to join The Learning Experience.