Assistant Director - Center Leader

Benefits: Company Paid Urgent Care Subscription Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Vision insurance Join one of the fastest growing childcare organizations in the country and step into a leadership role where your impact is felt every single day. We are seeking a driven, highly organized, and inspiring Assistant Director to partner with our awesome Center Director in leading a high quality preschool program. This is a true co-leadership role where you will help manage daily operations, lead and develop staff, and confidently step into full center leadership. We are looking for someone who brings positive, energetic leadership while also commanding respect through consistency, professionalism, and strong follow through. The ideal candidate is not only responsive but proactive, someone who anticipates needs, plans ahead, and ensures the school is set up for success rather than simply reacting to day to day challenges. This role directly influences the growth and development of both children and teachers, helping create a culture of collaboration, accountability, and excellence. Our motto is “Happy Happens Here,” and we are looking for a leader who brings that energy to life every single day. What You Will Do: Leadership and Team Development Partner closely with the Center Director to lead all aspects of center operations Coach, support, and develop teachers to ensure high quality classroom execution Conduct classroom observations, evaluations, and provide meaningful, growth oriented feedback Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement Manage staffing schedules, coverage, and ratios to ensure compliance and operational stability Support hiring, onboarding, training, and maintenance of employee files in compliance with licensing standards Operational Excellence Ensure compliance with all state licensing, health, and safety regulations Oversee incident reporting, medication administration, and emergency preparedness drills Conduct regular internal reviews and center assessments to maintain quality standards Manages the relationship with the District Manager in partnership with the Center Director to ensure high-quality standards are met, and conducts regular self-assessments of center performance and operations. Support accurate and timely documentation for staff and student records Fully assumes leadership of the center in the absence of the Director, ensuring seamless operations and continuity of standards Family and Community Engagement Conduct tours with prospective families and effectively communicate program value and quality Build strong, trusting relationships with families through consistent communication Ensure a positive and professional parent experience through engagement and follow through Support execution of center events, family engagement initiatives, and communication programs What We Are Looking For A confident, steady leader with strong presence and the ability to inspire trust and respect Highly organized and forward thinking, plans ahead to set the school up for success, not just respond to daily needs Ability to remain calm, decisive, and solution focused in fast paced environments Strong emotional intelligence with the ability to balance warmth and accountability Proven ability to lead teams, influence performance, and drive results Qualifications 3 to 5 years of center leadership or management experience preferred Experience working with infants through preschool aged children required Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred Strong understanding of state licensing regulations CPR and First Aid certification preferred Must meet all state specific licensing requirements Why Join Us We believe in taking exceptional care of the people who care for our children. Our TLE Cares Benefits Package is fully paid by the center owner at no cost to you and includes: Dental and Vision Insurance Short and Long Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance Employee Discount Program Urgent Care Subscription, highly valued by our team