Center Director - Early Childhood Education - Now Hiring
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| Verified Pay check_circle | Provided by the employer$65,000-$70,000 per year |
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| Hours | Full-time, Part-time |
| Location | CANTON, MI Canton, Michigan open_in_new |
About this job
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
Center Director – Early Childhood Education
Location: The Learning Experience – Canton, MI
Salary: $65,000–$70,000 per year
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Salary: $65,000–$70,000 per year
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Lead a School Where Happy Happens Here
The Learning Experience – Canton is seeking an experienced and passionate Center Director to lead our preschool and childcare center. This is an exciting opportunity for a proven leader who is committed to building exceptional teams, supporting families, and creating an environment where children thrive through joyful learning experiences.
As Center Director, you'll oversee all aspects of the school's operations while coaching educators, maintaining licensing excellence, driving enrollment growth, and ensuring every family receives an outstanding experience.
What You'll Do
Leadership & Team Development
- Recruit, hire, onboard, and mentor a high-performing team of early childhood educators
- Conduct classroom observations and provide ongoing coaching and professional development
- Foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture built on accountability, teamwork, and excellence
- Support teacher retention through recognition, engagement, and continuous development
Center Operations
- Oversee the daily operations of the center, ensuring a safe, organized, and welcoming environment
- Maintain full compliance with Michigan childcare licensing regulations and company standards
- Manage staffing, scheduling, payroll support, and operational procedures
- Monitor classroom quality and ensure consistent implementation of The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum
Family & Business Growth
- Build strong relationships with current and prospective families through exceptional customer service
- Conduct center tours and support enrollment growth and family retention
- Partner with local businesses and community organizations to increase awareness and enrollment
- Collaborate with ownership to achieve operational and financial goals
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of leadership experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or early childhood education setting preferred
- Previous Center Director, Assistant Director, or School Director experience strongly preferred
- Strong knowledge of Michigan childcare licensing regulations
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Business, or a related field preferred
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain
What We Offer
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Competitive salary of $65,000–$70,000 per year
- Performance bonus opportunities
- Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
- Paid time off and holidays
- Professional development and leadership training
- Employee childcare discount
- Opportunities for advancement within a growing organization
Apply Today
If you're an inspiring leader who is passionate about developing teachers, supporting families, and creating exceptional early childhood education experiences, we'd love to meet you. Join The Learning Experience – Canton and help lead a school where children, educators, and families grow together every day.
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