| Location | Frederick, MD |
| Salary | $55,000–$60,000 Per Year |
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Assistant Center Director- Childcare & Preschool
Location: The Learning Experience- Lake Linganore, MD
Salary: $55,000-$60,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time
About the Opportunity
Are you an experienced childcare leader who loves developing teachers, building relationships with families, and helping a school succeed?
The Learning Experience- Lake Linganore is hiring a passionate and motivated Assistant Center Director to join the leadership team at our newly opened early childhood education center!
This is an exciting opportunity to help shape a growing school, mentor educators, and create a positive environment where children, families, and teachers thrive.
We're looking for a hands-on leader who enjoys being involved in classrooms, supporting teachers, connecting with families, and helping a busy childcare center run smoothly.
What You'll Do
Partner with the Center Director to oversee daily childcare center operations
Recruit, onboard, coach, and develop teaching staff
Support teacher scheduling, staffing, and required classroom ratios
Conduct classroom observations and provide meaningful feedback and coaching
Support implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
Ensure compliance with Maryland Office of Child Care licensing, health, and safety requirements
Conduct prospective family tours and support enrollment growth and retention
Build strong relationships with families and address questions or concerns
Maintain accurate licensing documentation, employee records, and center administration
Help coordinate family events and community engagement activities
Step into classrooms when needed to support children and teachers
Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment
Qualifications
Must meet applicable Maryland Office of Child Care qualifications for the assigned leadership responsibilities
Previous professional experience in a licensed childcare or preschool setting required
At least 2 years of childcare leadership, supervisory, or administrative experience preferred
Previous Assistant Director, Center Director, or Lead Teacher experience strongly preferred
Associate or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred
Strong understanding of Maryland childcare licensing requirements
Experience mentoring, coaching, or supervising teaching teams
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Comfortable conducting family tours and supporting enrollment
Passionate about early childhood education and creating a positive school culture
What We Offer
$55,000-$60,000 annual salary, based on experience and qualifications
Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
401(k) with company benefits
Employee childcare discount
Paid professional development and leadership training
Opportunities for continued career advancement
The opportunity to help shape and grow a newly opened childcare center
Apply Today
Join The Learning Experience- Lake Linganore and help build a school community where children, families, and educators feel supported and inspired!
If you're an experienced childcare professional ready to take the next step in leadership, we'd love to meet you.
The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation: $55,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The Learning Experience Corporate.
The Learning Experience- Lake Linganore
The Learning Experience
At The Learning Experience, we make early education joyful, engaging and fun so children are happy to learn, play and grow.
Our curriculum focuses on the six ages and stages of early childhood development and engages children in hands-on learning activities that encourage them to explore and solve problems at their own rate of development. This forms a foundation for kids to Learn, Play and Grow under the care of our nurturing teachers and staff.
At TLE, we've created a full cast of characters that become our little learners' educators, partners and friends through their preschool education journey. Each character has a unique personality and area of interest and brings learning to life by allowing children to explore the world through fun and imagination.