Preschool Assistant Center Director
About The Position
Join the fastest-growing Academy of Early Education in the nation where “Happy Happens Here!” At The Learning Experience – University City, Philadelphia, Baltimore Ave. , we are passionate about creating a nurturing, engaging, and safe environment where children learn, play, and grow. We are currently seeking a dedicated and motivated Assistant Center Director to support our Center Director in leading our team and delivering exceptional early childhood education. What We Offer Competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) plan Childcare discounts Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth A supportive team environment within a nationally recognized early education brand Role Overview The Assistant Center Director works closely with the Center Director to support the daily operations of the center, maintain compliance with licensing requirements, support teachers, and help drive enrollment and family satisfaction. Why Join The Learning Experience? At TLE, we believe in nurturing not only children but also our educators. If you are passionate about early childhood education and want to grow your leadership career, we would love to meet you. Apply today and help us create a place where Happy Happens Here! The Learning Experience At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow. Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff. At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.
Requirements
- Minimum 1 year of leadership experience in a childcare or preschool setting required (2+ years preferred)
- Assistant Director or Administrative credential required per state licensing guidelines
- Strong understanding of state childcare licensing regulations
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
Responsibilities
- Support the Center Director in overseeing daily center operations and ensuring smooth classroom management.
- Ensure the center maintains full compliance with state licensing regulations, health, and safety standards .
- Assist with staff supervision, training, and coaching to maintain a high-quality teaching team.
- Support teachers in implementing The Learning Experience’s proprietary L.E.A.P.® curriculum .
- Help maintain a positive, engaging, and safe environment for children, families, and staff.
- Assist with family tours , enrollment conversations, and community outreach events to support enrollment growth.
- Help manage administrative tasks such as attendance tracking, billing support, and record keeping .
- Foster strong relationships with families by providing excellent communication and support.
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Competitive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Childcare discounts
- Opportunities for professional development and leadership growth
- A supportive team environment within a nationally recognized early education brand
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
