Preschool Center Director
About The Position
The Learning Experience – Meridian is seeking an experienced Preschool Director / Childcare Center Director to lead our licensed early childhood education center. This is a leadership opportunity for a director-qualified early childhood professional who is passionate about building a high-quality, nurturing, and well-run preschool and daycare program. The ideal candidate is a strong people leader, highly organized, and experienced in managing both the educational and operational sides of a childcare center. 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
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field preferred
- Minimum 2 years of preschool or childcare management experience required
- Must meet Idaho Director Qualification Requirements
- Strong understanding of state licensing, staff leadership, family engagement, and center operations
Responsibilities
- Oversee all daily operations of the preschool and childcare center, ensuring full compliance with Idaho childcare licensing regulations
- Lead, coach, and develop teachers to deliver a high-quality early childhood education program
- Drive enrollment, family engagement, and community outreach
- Manage staffing, scheduling, payroll, and operational budgets
- Maintain a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate environment for children ages 6 weeks through school age
- Ensure strong systems for quality, safety, compliance, and parent satisfaction
Benefits
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Childcare tuition discount
- Ongoing professional development and leadership training
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
