Child Care Director

Multisite Franchise Operator

Child Care Director

Chicago, IL
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Bonus based on performance

    Competitive salary

    Dental insurance

    Health insurance

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Vision insurance

    The Learning Experience – A Premium Early Childhood Education Experience “Happy Happens Here”

    Join the fastest-growing Academy of Early Education in the nation and lead a premium child care center known for excellence, innovation, and exceptional family experiences. At The Learning Experience (TLE), we deliver more than child care—we provide a high-end early education environment where children thrive, families feel confident, and educators build meaningful, long-term careers.

    As a Center Director, you will lead a top-tier team, uphold the highest standards in early childhood education, and ensure every family experiences the quality, care, and professionalism that define our brand.

    Compensation: $73,000–$99,000 annually

    Why Join Our Premium Program

    Exceptional Benefits & Perks

    Health, Vision, Dental, and Life Insurance

    Childcare Discounts

    And more!

    State-of-the-Art, Premium Facilities

    Beautifully designed classrooms with modern technology and enriched learning materials

    A clean, safe, and polished environment that is always tour-ready

    Proprietary curriculum delivered with consistency and excellence

    Professional Growth & Leadership Development

    Ongoing training and leadership coaching

    Tuition reimbursement

    Clear advancement pathways within a growing national brand

    Your Impact as a Center Director

    You will serve as both educational leader and business operator, ensuring a premium experience across every touchpoint—from classroom quality and teacher development to family engagement and enrollment growth.

    You will set the standard for excellence, professionalism, and care while driving strong operational and financial performance.

    Key Responsibilities

    People & Culture

    Recruit, hire, and retain high-performing educators who reflect premium service standards

    Build a professional, respectful, and inclusive culture aligned with TLE values

    Conduct monthly team meetings focused on excellence, accountability, and growth

    Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and annual reviews

    Maintain employee turnover below 40% annually

    Serve as a trusted leader for staff and families, resolving concerns with discretion and care

    Enrollment & Family Experience

    Deliver a luxury-level tour and enrollment experience for prospective families

    Execute marketing and community outreach strategies that support enrollment goals

    Maintain strong enrollment, retention, and lead-to-start conversion metrics

    Build lasting relationships with families rooted in trust, communication, and satisfaction

    Manage online presence, social media engagement, and positive reviews

    Financial & Operational Excellence

    Manage budgets and revenue targets

    Ensure accurate billing, tuition collection, and responsible discounting

    Identify efficiencies while preserving the premium experience families expect

    Quality, Safety & Compliance

    Ensure full compliance with licensing, health, and safety regulations

    Maintain immaculate classrooms and common areas at all times

    Ensure proper supervision, documentation, and secure record-keeping

    Leverage TLE systems and tools to drive consistency and operational excellence

    Qualifications

    Minimum of 1 year of child care center leadership or people management experience (2+ years preferred)

    Proven salesmanship and business-growth experience, with the ability to drive enrollment, conversion, and retention in a premium service environment

    Demonstrated success in hiring, onboarding, training, and developing high-performing teams

    Strong ability to hold staff accountable to performance goals, expectations, and professional standards

    Confident, solution-focused conflict resolution skills, including addressing employee performance issues and family concerns with professionalism and care

    Required state Director or Administrative Credential and ability to meet all licensing and background requirements

    Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business, or a related field preferred

    Solid understanding of early childhood education best practices and licensing regulations

    Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills

    Results-driven mindset with the ability to balance educational excellence and business performance