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Job description
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
Preschool Center Director – Early Childhood Education
The Learning Experience – Clarksburg, MD
Salary: $70,000 per year
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday–Friday
Lead a School Where Happy Happens Here
The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced and passionate Preschool Center Director to lead a thriving early childhood education community.
This is an opportunity for an accomplished childcare leader who knows how to build strong teaching teams, create exceptional experiences for families, maintain high standards of quality and compliance, and drive the overall success of a preschool center.
As Center Director, you'll have ownership of both the educational and operational performance of the school — from developing your team and supporting classroom quality to enrollment, family retention, licensing compliance, and business operations.
What You'll Do
Lead the daily operation of a licensed early childhood education center
Recruit, develop, coach, and retain a highly qualified teaching and leadership team
Create a positive culture built around communication, accountability, teamwork, and professional growth
Ensure compliance with Maryland childcare licensing, health, safety, and operational requirements
Maintain appropriate staffing levels, classroom ratios, and scheduling
Support teachers in delivering The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum with consistency and quality
Conduct classroom observations and provide meaningful coaching and feedback
Build strong relationships with families and maintain high levels of family satisfaction and retention
Conduct center tours and confidently communicate the value of our programs to prospective families
Drive enrollment growth through consistent lead follow-up, tour conversion, and community engagement
Oversee key administrative and business functions, including payroll, accounts receivable/payable, and center financial performance
Plan and participate in center events, community partnerships, and local marketing initiatives
Partner with ownership and organizational leadership to achieve center goals and continuously improve performance
What We're Looking For
At least 1 year of childcare center leadership/management experience required
2+ years of Center Director, Assistant Director, or comparable early childhood leadership experience strongly preferred
Must meet all Maryland licensing requirements for a Center Director/Administrator
Strong knowledge of childcare licensing, compliance, staffing, and center operations
Proven ability to coach, develop, and hold teams accountable
Strong family communication and customer service skills
Experience with enrollment, tours, and family retention strongly preferred
Comfortable managing both the educational and business sides of a childcare center
Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field strongly preferred
Highly organized, solutions-oriented, and confident making day-to-day leadership decisions
What We Offer
$70,000 annual salary
Health insurance support
Company-paid dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
401(k) plan
Employee childcare discount
Tuition reimbursement
Ongoing professional development and leadership training
State-of-the-art classrooms, curriculum, technology, and resources
Support from an experienced ownership and leadership team
Opportunities for continued advancement within a growing organization
Make Your Next Leadership Move
We're looking for a Director who wants more than simply managing the day-to-day — someone who takes pride in developing great teachers, earning families' trust, growing enrollment, and creating a school community where children and employees can thrive.
If you're an experienced early childhood leader ready for your next opportunity, apply today to join The Learning Experience and help make Happy Happens Here every day.
Worksite address
montgomery village, MD, 20886, US
Who can apply
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