Benefits:
Competitive salary
Employee discounts
Flexible schedule
Free uniforms
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Wellness resources
We’re The Learning Experience Grand Prairie Forum Drive, located near Epic West (I20/PGBT). We’re building our education team, and we’d love for you to join us!
As a team member of TLEGP - Forum Drive, you can expect:
Center Owners who have backgrounds in education and child development.
An experienced Center Director with a passion for early childhood education.
A culture that emphasizes kindness, collaboration, and communication.
About the role:
The Assistant Director will play a vital role in our mission to make a positive impact on our students. You will serve as a bridge between the Staff and the Center Director, ensuring that the center operates smoothly and efficiently. The Assistant Director will work closely with the Director and Owners to manage the day-to-day operations of our childcare facility. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for fostering a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children.
Responsibilities:
The Assistant Director has 3 main areas of responsibility: Leadership, Enrollment & Engagement, and Health & Safety. Below is an overview of some of the tasks the Assistant Director will handle.
Leadership:
Assist the Center Director in managing daily operations, including staff scheduling, enrollment, and curriculum planning
Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback to teachers
Ensure TLE curriculum is followed in alignment with corporate standards
Build and communicate weekly schedules
Assist with daily management of classroom ratios
Manage employee and student files in compliance with state licensing regulations
Coach and support staff to help them improve and meet their career goals
Enrollment and Parent/Student Engagement:
Assist the Center Director in enrolling to center capacity
Retain existing families
Nurture parent relationships, address their concerns, and solicit feedback to improve the Center
Conduct tours with prospective families
Deliver "Parent Pleasers" and "Show and Tell"
Maintain a positive, caring presence with students
Organize and execute community marketing events to raise awareness and drive enrollment
Health and Safety:
Ensure all health and safety standards are in full compliance with local and state licensing regulations
Require staff to follow all health and safety standards
Ensure a clean, safe, and healthy physical environment
Core Attributes:
Leadership Skills: Demonstrate strong leadership abilities with the capability to guide and support Lead Teachers and other staff members.
Commitment to Early Education: Share a deep passion for early childhood education and a dedication to meeting the developmental needs of children.
Team Player: Collaborate effectively with colleagues and the Center Director to achieve enrollment, retention, and engagement goals.
Organizational Skills: Possess excellent organizational and multitasking abilities to manage various aspects of center operations.
Requirements:
At least 1 year of center leadership/management experience
Possess a current Texas Child Care Director or Associate credential
Meet state-specific education guidelines for the role. A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field is preferred.
Demonstrate strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations.
Additional qualifications:
Educational Background: Meet state-specific guidelines for the role. A bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field is preferred.
Experience: Extended experience in a childcare setting with a history of classroom leadership roles. A deep-rooted passion for early childhood education is essential.
State Compliance: Must meet state specific guidelines for the role, including immunizations, required health and safety training, CPR/ First Aid Certification, and fingerprint clearance through the DOJ.
Caregiving Skills:
Proven judgment to identify and address potential risks in a childcare setting.
Ensure that children are safe and that their everyday needs are met – this may include diapering, dressing, grooming, and feeding.
Model and encourage good social skills, e.g. strong communication and conflict-resolution skills.
Ensure children are kept active, entertained, and engaged in developmentally appropriate activities.
Exhibit high levels of composure, patience, and professionalism at all times.
Maintain cleanliness of common areas and classrooms.
Physical Resilience:
Demonstrates full range of motion to:
Stand and walk for extended periods of time without significant discomfort.
Ability to safely lift and carry objects weighing up to 40 pounds.
Reach, stretch with hands and arms.
Climb or balance.
Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Use of a stool or ladder to reach high places as necessary.
Ability to supervise by sight and sound.
Understanding that duties/responsibilities may change at any time.
We value your experience in daycare or preschool settings and encourage you to apply to become part of our team and help us create a happy and nurturing environment where children and families thrive!
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.