Assistant Center Director - Childcare & Preschool

The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids - Cascade

Assistant Center Director - Childcare & Preschool

Grand Rapids, MI
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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 Center Director - Childcare & Preschool The Learning Experience - Cascade, MI Salary: $48,000-$55,000 per year Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

    The Learning Experience - Cascade is looking for an experienced early childhood professional who is ready to grow beyond the classroom and make an impact across an entire school.

    As our Assistant Center Director, you'll work closely with the Center Director to support teachers, families, enrollment, licensing compliance, and daily operations. This is an ideal opportunity for a strong early childhood leader who enjoys coaching others, solving problems, building relationships, and helping a team succeed.

    Key Responsibilities

    Support the Center Director with daily center operations

    Help recruit, interview, onboard, train, and retain high-quality teachers

    Coach and mentor teachers through classroom observations and ongoing feedback

    Assist with staff scheduling, classroom coverage, ratios, and daily staffing needs

    Ensure compliance with Michigan childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements

    Support consistent implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum

    Build strong relationships with children, families, and teaching teams

    Conduct tours and help prospective families through the enrollment process

    Support enrollment, retention, and family engagement initiatives

    Maintain accurate center records and required documentation

    Assist with center events, community partnerships, and local outreach

    Help foster a positive culture built around communication, accountability, teamwork, and exceptional care

    Qualifications

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

    Professional early childhood education or childcare experience required

    Knowledge of Michigan childcare licensing requirements

    Experience coaching, mentoring, or developing teachers

    Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

    Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred

    Must meet applicable Michigan childcare licensing requirements

    What We Offer

    $48,000-$55,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications

    Bonus opportunities

    Full-time Monday-Friday schedule

    Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees

    Employee childcare discount

    Paid training and professional development

    Leadership development and advancement opportunities

    Supportive ownership and collaborative leadership team

    Apply today to join The Learning Experience - Cascade and take the next step in your early childhood leadership career.

    This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.