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Education Management, Child Care

Assistant Director

Oak Creek, WIOnsiteFull TimeDirector$45,000–$48,000 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

  • early childhood education
  • family experiences
  • licensing compliance
  • staff development
  • recruiting
  • customer service
  • operations management

Role summary

The Learning Experience – Oak Creek is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Assistant Director to help lead their early childhood education center. This role involves partnering with the Center Director on daily operations, ensuring licensing compliance, recruiting and coaching staff, supporting enrollment growth, and fostering a positive team culture. The ideal candidate has previous leadership experience in childcare, strong leadership and communication skills, and a passion for early childhood education. A degree in Early Childhood Education and knowledge of Wisconsin childcare licensing are preferred.

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
Assistant Director – Early Childhood Education The Learning Experience – Oak Creek, WI
Salary: $45,000–$48,000 per year
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Join Our Leadership Team

The Learning Experience – Oak Creek is seeking an enthusiastic and organized Assistant Director to help lead our school and support our growing community of children, families, and educators. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced early childhood professional who enjoys mentoring teachers, building strong family relationships, and helping ensure a high-quality educational experience.

Working closely with the Center Director, you'll play an essential role in daily operations, staff development, licensing compliance, and creating a positive, welcoming culture where both children and teachers can thrive.

Key Responsibilities

  • Partner with the Center Director to oversee the daily operations of the school

  • Ensure compliance with all Wisconsin licensing, health, and safety regulations

  • Recruit, hire, onboard, and coach teachers and support staff

  • Assist with employee scheduling, staffing, and operational planning

  • Support enrollment growth by conducting family tours and delivering exceptional customer service

  • Build strong relationships with current and prospective families

  • Monitor classroom quality and help implement The Learning Experience's educational programs

  • Foster a collaborative, positive, and accountable team culture

  • Assist with community outreach and local marketing initiatives

Ideal Qualifications

  • Previous leadership experience in a childcare center, preschool, or early childhood education program

  • Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills

  • Knowledge of Wisconsin childcare licensing requirements preferred

  • Experience coaching, mentoring, and developing teaching teams

  • Passion for early childhood education and creating exceptional family experiences

  • Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary of $45,000–$48,000 per year

  • Bonus opportunities

  • Professional development and leadership training

  • Supportive ownership and collaborative leadership team

  • Employee childcare discount

  • Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization

Apply Today

If you're ready to grow your leadership career while making a meaningful impact on children, families, and educators, we'd love to hear from you. Join The Learning Experience – Oak Creek and help create a school where learning, leadership, and Happy Happens Here every day.
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