Summary

Full-time Monday-Friday role supporting daily center operations, teacher coaching, family communication, licensing compliance, and enrollment. Requires Massachusetts EEC requirements, Director I and II qualifications, and licensed childcare/preschool experience; benefits include health, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k) match, childcare discount, and paid training.

Highlights

Benefits: Health, dental, vision, PTO, 401(k)
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Experience: Professional experience in licensed childcare, preschool, or early childhood education; leadership experience preferred
Education: Associate or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
License Required: Massachusetts EEC requirements and licensing standards
Certifications: Director I and Director II qualifications required
Training Provided: Paid training and professional development
Employee Discount: Employee childcare discount
Department: Childcare and preschool
Type: Full-Time

Job description

Benefits:

Free uniforms
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Tuition assistance

Assistant Center Director - Childcare & Preschool

The Learning Experience - Franklin, MA
Salary: $65,000-$75,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience - Franklin is seeking a confident, organized, and people-focused Assistant Center Director to help lead our early childhood education team.

This role is ideal for an experienced childcare professional who understands that a successful center requires more than great classrooms. It takes strong teachers, engaged families, consistent operations, thoughtful leadership, and a culture where people enjoy coming to work.

You'll partner closely with the Center Director to support all of those areas while continuing to grow as an early childhood leader.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with the Center Director to support successful daily center operations
Help recruit, onboard, train, coach, and retain high-quality teachers
Support staffing plans, classroom coverage, and required ratios
Observe classrooms and coach teachers on curriculum, engagement, and classroom management
Support implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
Maintain Massachusetts EEC licensing and compliance standards
Develop strong relationships with enrolled and prospective families
Participate in center tours and support enrollment and retention
Assist with family communication, questions, and concerns
Maintain required center and employee documentation
Support family events, community partnerships, and center initiatives
Serve as a visible leadership presence for teachers and families
Assume center leadership responsibilities when the Center Director is unavailable

Qualifications

Must meet applicable Massachusetts EEC requirements for the position
Director I and Director II qualifications required
Professional experience in licensed childcare, preschool, or early childhood education required
Previous leadership, supervisory, or management experience strongly preferred
Knowledge of Massachusetts EEC regulations and licensing requirements
Strong coaching, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to balance team leadership, family relationships, and center operations
Associate or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred

What We Offer

$65,000-$75,000 annual salary
Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
Paid time off
401(k) and available company match
Employee childcare discount
Paid training and professional development
Leadership development and career advancement opportunities

If you're ready to make an impact beyond one classroom and help an entire school thrive, apply today to join The Learning Experience - Franklin.