Assistant Director / Business Director

About the role

Benefits: Free uniforms Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance 401(k) matching Competitive salary Dental insurance Employee discounts Flexible schedule Assistant Director – Childcare Center Operations The Learning Experience – Newark, DE Salary: $40,000–$45,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications  Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday | Rotating shifts within center hours of 6:30 AM–6:30 PM The Learning Experience – Newark is seeking an organized and motivated Assistant Director to support the daily operation of our early childhood education center. This role combines leadership, family service, staffing support, and center operations. We’re looking for someone who can confidently support teachers and families while helping ensure the school runs smoothly each day. What You’ll Do  Partner with center leadership to support daily operations   Assist with staffing, scheduling, classroom coverage, and maintaining required ratios   Support teacher onboarding, training, coaching, and development   Maintain licensing and employee documentation   Build strong relationships with current and prospective families   Conduct center tours and support enrollment and family retention   Assist with administrative and business functions   Help maintain high standards for classroom quality, health, and safety   Respond to day-to-day operational needs throughout the center   Support community events and family engagement initiatives   Follow Delaware childcare licensing requirements  What We’re Looking For  Delaware Director qualification preferred   Candidates who are close to meeting Director qualifications and have strong relevant experience are encouraged to apply   Previous childcare center, preschool, or early childhood experience required   Leadership or administrative experience strongly preferred   Strong customer service and family communication skills   Excellent organization, communication, and problem-solving skills   Comfortable working rotating opening, mid, and closing schedules as needed   Must meet applicable Delaware childcare licensing requirements  What We Offer  $40,000–$45,000 annual salary   Full-time Monday–Friday schedule   Professional development and leadership training   Employee childcare discount   Supportive leadership environment   Opportunities for continued career advancement  Apply today to join The Learning Experience – Newark and take the next step in your early childhood leadership career. Compensation: $40,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. The Learning Experience At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.   Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.   At TLE®, we’ve created a full cast of characters that become our little learners’ educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.    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.