The Learning Experience

Preschool Assistant Director


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Pay$60000.00 / year
LocationGrand Rapids/Michigan
Employment typeFull-Time
  • Job Description

      Req#: 3239353
      Benefits:
      • 401(k)
      • 401(k) matching
      • Competitive salary
      • Dental insurance
      • Employee discounts
      • Flexible schedule
      • Free uniforms
      • Health insurance
      • Opportunity for advancement
      • Paid time off
      • Training & development
      • Vision insurance
      Preschool Director / Childcare Center Director – Grand Rapids (Beltline)
      Location: The Learning Experience – Grand Rapids (Beltline)
      Salary: $60,000 per year
      Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday

      About The Learning Experience

      The Learning Experience – Grand Rapids (Beltline) is seeking an experienced Preschool Director / Childcare Center Director to lead our licensed early childhood education center. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a director-qualified early childhood professional who is passionate about building a high-quality, nurturing, and well-run preschool and daycare program.

      The ideal candidate is a strong people leader, highly organized, and experienced in managing both the educational and operational sides of a childcare center.

      Key Responsibilities

      • Oversee all daily operations of the preschool and childcare center, ensuring full compliance with Michigan childcare licensing regulations

      • Lead, coach, and develop teachers to deliver a high-quality early childhood education program

      • Drive enrollment, family engagement, and community outreach

      • Manage staffing, scheduling, payroll, and center budgets

      • Maintain a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate environment for children ages 6 weeks through school age

      • Ensure strong systems for quality, safety, compliance, and parent satisfaction

      Qualifications

      • Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field preferred

      • Minimum 2 years of preschool or childcare management experience required

      • Must meet Michigan Director Qualification Requirements

      • Strong understanding of state licensing, staff leadership, family relations, and center operations

      Benefits

      • Salary: $60,000 per year

      • Health, dental, and vision insurance

      • 401K plan

      • Paid time off (PTO)

      • Childcare tuition discount

      • Ongoing professional development and leadership training

      Apply Today

      Join The Learning Experience – Grand Rapids (Beltline) and lead one of West Michigan’s premier early childhood education centers, where children, families, and teachers thrive.
  • About the company

      From preschool through kindergarten, TLE makes early education and daycare so joyful, engaging and fun. Learn about our programs today.

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