Assistant Director

Preschool Assistant Director

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 Assistant Director.

What We Offer:

• 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, tuition reimbursement, and leadership pathways that support your goals as an educator.

Assistant Directors at The Learning Experience are responsible for the financial and operational performance of the center. They have an essential ability to apply their business acumen to customer engagement and leading people, ultimately creating an environment where others can thrive.

Role Responsibilities:

Business Operations And People Leadership:

• Drives the financial performance and productivity for all operational aspects of the center.
• Effectively analyzes and reconciles monthly P&L statements; creates action plans based on past performance and forecasted occupancy.
• Hires outstanding talent and ensures the center is fully staffed with high performing teachers.
• Effectively manages labor; approves all final work schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intact.
• 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 the 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.
• Leads tours, highlighting key features of our brand and the center and maintains strong connections with potential customers.
• 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."

Apply Now If You:

• 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.

We value your experience in daycare or preschool settings and encourage you to apply. Apply today to become part of our team and help us create a happy and nurturing environment where children and families thrive!