About this opportunity
The Learning Experience lists this Pre-school Assistant Director opportunity in highlands ranch, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Benefits:
401(k)
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Free uniforms
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Wellness resources
Become a Leader Who Makes Happy Happen!
At The Learning Experience, we're more than a childcare center—we're a place where children discover their potential, families become part of our community, and teachers build meaningful careers.
We're looking for an organized, energetic, and passionate Assistant Director who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves developing others, and is excited to help lead a growing school. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing administrative responsibilities with coaching teachers, supporting families, and ensuring our center maintains the highest standards of quality and licensing compliance.
If you're looking for a leadership position where you can truly make an impact while continuing to grow professionally, we'd love to meet you.
What You'll Do:
As our Assistant Director, you'll partner closely with the Center Director to help lead daily operations by:
Supporting overall center operations and daily management
Maintaining Colorado licensing compliance and ensuring all child and staff files are accurate and up to date
Managing enrollment paperwork, medication documentation, and administrative records
Coaching, mentoring, and supporting teachers to help them succeed
Assisting with hiring, onboarding, and training new team members
Building positive relationships with children, families, and staff
Helping maintain a safe, clean, organized, and engaging learning environment
Supporting classroom ratios and stepping into classrooms as needed
Assisting with scheduling, staffing, and daily operational needs
Promoting a culture of teamwork, accountability, and positivity
Assistant Director – The Learning Experience | Highlands Ranch, CO
Full-Time Benefits (Eligibility Begins After 90 Days)
Dental and vision insurance
Paid time off (PTO) and paid holidays
Childcare tuition discount
Paid professional development opportunities
Leadership training and coaching
Career advancement opportunities within our growing organization
Supportive, positive, and team-oriented work environment
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
Passionate about early childhood education
Organized and detail-oriented
A strong communicator with excellent leadership skills
Calm under pressure and able to prioritize multiple responsibilities
Positive, professional, and solutions-focused
A team player who enjoys supporting others and leading by example
Preferred Qualifications
Meets Colorado Director or Large Center Director qualifications (or is qualified as an Early Childhood Teacher with leadership experience)
Previous experience in childcare leadership or administration
Strong understanding of Colorado childcare licensing regulations
Experience with enrollment, compliance, and administrative systems
CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)
Why Join The Learning Experience?
We believe our team is our greatest strength.
When you join us, you'll become part of a supportive leadership team that believes in coaching, celebrating wins, and promoting from within. We invest in our people because we know that when our teachers and leaders thrive, our children do too.
This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to grow your leadership career while making a lasting difference in the lives of children, families, and fellow educators.
If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire a team, and help us continue making Happy Happen®, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and grow your career with The Learning Experience – Highlands Ranch!
Who can apply
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