Early Childhood Education Leadership
The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids - Cascade•Kentwood, MI
•$48,000 - $75,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Learning Experience is building its leadership candidate pool for current and future opportunities throughout the Grand Rapids area. They are seeking experienced early childhood professionals with the skills, experience, and ambition to grow into Assistant Center Director or Center Director leadership roles. This includes experienced Center Directors, Assistant Directors ready for advancement, and early childhood leaders looking for a growing organization to advance their careers.
Requirements
- Previous professional experience in a licensed childcare, preschool, or early childhood education setting required
- Must meet applicable Michigan licensing requirements for the leadership position being considered
Nice To Haves
- Previous leadership, supervisory, or management experience strongly preferred
- Center Director or Assistant Director experience is a plus
- Strong communication, organization, and team leadership skills
- Knowledge of childcare licensing and early childhood best practices
- CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, associate degree, bachelor's degree, or related credentials preferred
Responsibilities
- Supporting or overseeing daily childcare center operations
- Leading, coaching, developing, and supporting teaching teams
- Recruiting, onboarding, and retaining high-quality educators
- Maintaining appropriate staffing, classroom ratios, and scheduling
- Supporting implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
- Maintaining Michigan licensing, health, safety, and compliance standards
- Building strong relationships with children and families
- Supporting family tours, enrollment, retention, and center growth
- Managing required documentation and operational processes
- Partnering with center and regional leadership
- Creating a positive, professional, and accountable center culture
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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
