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

Center Director – Early Childhood Education

Location: The Learning Experience – Canton, MI Salary: $65,000–$70,000 per year Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

Lead a School Where Happy Happens Here

The Learning Experience – Canton is seeking an experienced and passionate Center Director to lead our preschool and childcare center. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader who is committed to building exceptional teams, supporting families, and creating an environment where children thrive through joyful learning experiences.

As Center Director, you'll oversee all aspects of the school's operations while coaching educators, maintaining licensing excellence, driving enrollment growth, and ensuring every family receives an outstanding experience.

What You'll Do

Leadership & Team Development

Recruit, hire, onboard, and mentor a high-performing team of early childhood educators

Conduct classroom observations and provide ongoing coaching and professional development

Foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture built on accountability, teamwork, and excellence

Support teacher retention through recognition, engagement, and continuous development

Center Operations

Oversee the daily operations of the center, ensuring a safe, organized, and welcoming environment

Maintain full compliance with Michigan childcare licensing regulations and company standards

Manage staffing, scheduling, payroll support, and operational procedures

Monitor classroom quality and ensure consistent implementation of The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum

Family & Business Growth

Build strong relationships with current and prospective families through exceptional customer service

Conduct center tours and support enrollment growth and family retention

Partner with local businesses and community organizations to increase awareness and enrollment

Collaborate with ownership to achieve operational and financial goals

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or early childhood education setting preferred

Previous Center Director, Assistant Director, or School Director experience strongly preferred

Strong knowledge of Michigan childcare licensing regulations

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

Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain

What We Offer

Competitive salary of $65,000–$70,000 per year

Performance bonus opportunities

Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and leadership training

Employee childcare discount

Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization

Apply Today

If you're an inspiring leader who is passionate about developing teachers, supporting families, and creating exceptional early childhood education experiences, we'd love to meet you. Join The Learning Experience – Canton and help lead a school where children, educators, and families grow together every day.

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.