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
Early Childhood Education Leadership The Learning Experience Grand Rapids Area, MI
Pay: $48,000-$75,000 annually, based on leadership level, qualifications, and experience Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Are you an experienced early childhood education professional ready for your next leadership opportunity?
The Learning Experience is building our leadership candidate pool for current and future opportunities throughout the Grand Rapids area. We are interested in connecting with experienced early childhood professionals who have the skills, experience, and ambition to grow into Assistant Center Director or Center Director leadership roles.
Whether you're an experienced Center Director, a strong Assistant Director ready for your next opportunity, or an early childhood leader looking for a growing organization where you can continue advancing your career, we'd love to learn more about you.
Leadership Opportunities May Include
Center Director
Assistant Center Director
Future center leadership opportunities
Responsibilities May Include
Supporting or overseeing daily childcare center operations
Leading, coaching, developing, and supporting teaching teams
Recruiting, onboarding, and retaining high-quality educators
Maintaining appropriate staffing, classroom ratios, and scheduling
Supporting implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
Maintaining Michigan licensing, health, safety, and compliance standards
Building strong relationships with children and families
Supporting family tours, enrollment, retention, and center growth
Managing required documentation and operational processes
Partnering with center and regional leadership
Creating a positive, professional, and accountable center culture
Qualifications
Previous professional experience in a licensed childcare, preschool, or early childhood education setting required
Previous leadership, supervisory, or management experience strongly preferred
Center Director or Assistant Director experience is a plus
Strong communication, organization, and team leadership skills
Knowledge of childcare licensing and early childhood best practices
CDA, Early Childhood Education coursework, associate degree, bachelor's degree, or related credentials preferred
Must meet applicable Michigan licensing requirements for the leadership position being considered
What We Offer
$48,000-$75,000 annually, based on leadership level, qualifications, and experience
Full-time Monday-Friday opportunities
Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
401(k) with available company match
Paid time off
Paid training and professional development
Employee childcare discount
Leadership development and advancement opportunities
The opportunity to build a long-term career with a growing early childhood education organization
We believe strong centers start with strong leaders.
If you're interested in a current or future leadership opportunity with The Learning Experience in the Grand Rapids area, we encourage you to apply and start the conversation. Even if the right position isn't available today, we'd love the opportunity to learn more about your experience and career goals.
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.