Center Director

The Learning Experience - Corporate Childcare Centers•Oklahoma City, OK

3d•$50,000 - $60,000

About The Position

The Center Director leads a team and oversees the center’s educational quality, people, enrollment, financial performance, and daily operations. The role creates a collaborative, inclusive culture and ensures children receive high-quality early learning experiences while the center meets staffing, enrollment, and business goals. The director leads in a state-of-the-art school and classroom environment with current technology, materials, and resources.

Requirements

At least one year of center management or people leadership experience is required.
Possess a state-specific Director or Administrative Credential and meet all licensing and background screening requirements.
Strong knowledge of early childhood education, licensing standards, and classroom best practices.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years of center management or people leadership experience is highly preferred.
A bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Recruit applicants and respond to them within one business day, using tools such as CareerPlug.
Ensure the center is staffed with well-trained, high-performing teachers; oversee onboarding and recognize milestone progress.
Build a professional, kind, and inclusive team culture aligned with TLE values and brand standards.
Conduct and document monthly team meetings focused on communication, recognition, and growth.
Provide timely, constructive feedback and promptly address performance issues.
Keep employee turnover below 40% in a rolling 12-month period.
Complete and submit annual performance reviews in ADP on time and file them properly.
Resolve staff and family concerns promptly, collaboratively, and respectfully.
Execute a formal marketing plan covering outreach, social media, events, and community engagement.
Lead prospective families through in-person and virtual tours and convert leads into enrollment.
Meet or exceed active enrollment budgets and maintain strong lead-to-start conversion.
Forecast enrollment trends using systems and data-informed decisions.
Post engaging social media content and solicit positive online reviews.
Conduct competitive shops twice per year and use findings to remain market-relevant.
Build relationships with families to support satisfaction and retention.
Manage monthly and quarterly center budget targets, particularly EBITDA.
Review and analyze the profit and loss statement to assess performance and identify opportunities.
Maintain accurate billing records and collect tuition according to due dates.
Monitor center discounts responsibly and promptly escalate financial discrepancies.
Support growth through enrollment targets and operational efficiency.
Ensure center-wide compliance with health and safety procedures and state and local licensing regulations.
Maintain safe supervision practices and follow protocols for allergies, medications, and accommodations.
Keep the center clean, organized, safe, and ready for tours.
Maintain accurate, current, and securely stored student and staff files.
Use TLE tools, systems, and required platforms to optimize operations.
Replenish inventory within budget and as needed for smooth operations.
Process payroll accurately and on time.
Stay informed about and responsive to labor laws, fire codes, health regulations, and internal policies.
Meet deadlines, act proactively, and make sound decisions for the team, center, and business.