Benefits:
401(k)
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Join Us If you are passionate about early childhood education and have the leadership experience to help shape both young learners and educators, we encourage you to apply and be part of the TLE family—where Happy Happens Here.
Role Overview We are seeking a motivated, experienced leader to join our team as an Assistant Center Director. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Center Director to ensure smooth operations, maintain compliance, support teachers, and provide a nurturing, educational environment for children. This is an opportunity to influence the growth and development of both children and educators while being part of a collaborative, positive community.
Compensation & Benefits
Pay range: $49,000 – $54,000 annually
401(k) with matching
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off (including 10 days PTO + holiday pay)
Discounted childcare
Referral program & tuition reimbursement
Professional development opportunities
Schedule
Full-time
Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts
On-site at Newbury Park
Who We Are Welcome to The Learning Experience (TLE). Happy Happens Here. It’s not just a marketing slogan; it’s the guiding principle of every TLE Center. At TLE, you’ll have the opportunity to nurture and teach the most precious thing in the universe: our Little Learners.
The Learning Experience, Newbury Park, is a child care center serving infants through Pre-K. We’re committed to investing in our staff and developing a caring, supportive community of educators and learners. Our centers are modern, purposefully designed, and equipped with interactive L.E.A.P.® boards to inspire learning and play.
Our proprietary curriculum is designed through the eyes of a child, giving teachers a framework with the flexibility to bring creativity into the classroom. Our mission is to help children grow into independent, confident, and compassionate individuals—and to create a work environment where teachers and leaders thrive.
Responsibilities
Assist the Center Director in day-to-day operations of the childcare center.
Support staff in implementing curriculum and activities that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
Recruit, train, supervise, and motivate teaching staff.
Manage daily staffing, ratios, and classroom schedules.
Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback to support teacher growth.
Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations, health, and safety standards.
Handle parent inquiries, lead center tours, and maintain open communication with families.
Oversee new student enrollment, files, and parent documentation.
Collaborate with the Center Director on budget, staffing, and continuous improvement strategies.
Manage new hire paperwork and employee records in compliance with state regulations.
Conduct monthly emergency drills and oversee medication/incident reporting.
Act as a role model by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
Qualifications
12 units in ECE including Infant/Toddler
CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
Minimum 3 years’ experience in early childhood education, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
Strong understanding of child development and early education best practices.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, parents, and staff.
Proven leadership skills and ability to inspire a team.
Knowledge of California licensing regulations.
Ability to pass background checks and clearances required for working with children.
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.