Early childhood education leadership

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

Job Overview

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.