Preschool Center Director

Job Description

Job Description

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 Director (Childcare Center Director)
Location: The Learning Experience – Byron Center, MI
Pay: $60,000 per year
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

The Learning Experience – Byron Center is seeking an experienced Preschool Director to lead daily operations of our licensed early childhood education center. This role is ideal for a director-qualified leader who excels in team development, compliance, enrollment growth, and creating a positive, high-quality learning environment for children and families.

Our center serves children from infancy through school age in a structured, play-based setting that supports academic readiness and social-emotional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all daily preschool and childcare center operations

• Maintain full compliance with Michigan childcare licensing and health regulations

• Lead, coach, and support teaching staff to ensure consistent program quality

• Support implementation of The Learning Experience L.E.A.P. Curriculum

• Manage staffing, scheduling, payroll support, and budget performance

• Drive enrollment through tours, family engagement, and community outreach

• Build strong relationships with families, staff, and the local community

• Ensure a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field preferred

• Minimum 2 years of preschool or childcare center management experience

• Must meet Michigan Director Qualification Requirements

• Strong knowledge of licensing, operations, and early childhood best practices

• Excellent leadership, organization, and communication skills

Why Join Our Team

• Competitive salary

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401k plan

• Paid time off

• Childcare tuition discount

• Ongoing leadership training and professional development

Apply today to lead a center where children, families, and educators thrive—and where happy truly happens every day.