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Education Management, Child Care

Assistant Director

Enfield, CTOnsiteFull TimeDirector$45,000–$50,000 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • early childhood education
  • leadership experience
  • supervisory experience
  • childcare
  • daycare
  • preschool
  • state licensing regulations
  • staff training
  • onboarding
  • enrollment management

Nice to have

  • Associate's degree
  • Child Development

Role summary

The Learning Experience is seeking a passionate Assistant Director for its Academy of Early Education. This role supports the Center Director in daily operations, ensuring a safe and engaging environment for children, families, and staff. Responsibilities include leading by example, assisting with staff recruitment and retention, ensuring regulatory compliance, implementing curriculum, building family relationships, managing administrative tasks, and supporting marketing initiatives. The ideal candidate has 1-2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in early childhood education and a strong understanding of state licensing regulations. An Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred.

Benefits:
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
Role: Assistant Director
Salary: $45,000-$50,000

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 and experienced early childhood professional to join our team as an Assistant Director.

What We Offer:

  • Competitive Benefits: Enjoy health, vision, and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, childcare discounts, and more.
  • State-of-the-Art Classrooms: Support a learning environment equipped with the latest technology, materials, and resources where children can learn, play, and grow.
  • Professional Growth Opportunities: Benefit from ongoing training, leadership development programs, tuition reimbursement, and career advancement opportunities.
As an Assistant Director at The Learning Experience, You Will:

  • Support the Center Director in overseeing daily center operations and ensuring a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children, families, and staff.
  • Lead by example, fostering a positive culture built on teamwork, professionalism, and excellence in early childhood education.
  • Assist with recruiting, onboarding, training, coaching, and retaining high-quality teaching staff.
  • Help ensure compliance with all state licensing regulations, health and safety requirements, and company policies.
  • Partner with teachers to implement our proprietary curriculum and promote developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
  • Build positive relationships with families through effective communication, tours, and enrollment support.
  • Support administrative responsibilities, including scheduling, attendance tracking, enrollment management, and general office operations.
  • Assist with community outreach and marketing initiatives to increase enrollment and strengthen community partnerships.
Apply Now If You:

  • Have at least 1-2 years of leadership or supervisory experience in a childcare, daycare, preschool, or early childhood education setting.
  • Have early childhood education experience (required).
  • Hold an Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (preferred).
  • Demonstrate strong knowledge of state licensing regulations and best practices in early childhood education.
  • Possess excellent leadership, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Are passionate about supporting children, families, and educators in a high-quality learning environment.
We value your experience in daycare, preschool, and early childhood education settings and encourage you to apply.

Apply today to become part of our team and help us create a happy, nurturing environment where children, families, and educators thrive!
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