| Location | Foxboro, MA |
| Salary | $75,000–$90,000 Per Year |
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Benefits:
Location: The Learning Experience - Foxboro, MA
Salary: $75,000-$90,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday-Friday
About the Opportunity
Are you an experienced childcare leader who knows how to build a great team, support families, and run a successful early childhood education center?
The Learning Experience is looking for a Center Director who is passionate about creating a school where children thrive, teachers feel supported, and families feel confident in the care and education their children receive.
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who enjoys developing people, solving challenges, and taking ownership of a centers success.
As Center Director, youll oversee daily operations, lead and develop your teaching team, maintain licensing and quality standards, and drive enrollment and overall center performance.
What Youll Do
Lead and Develop Your Team
Recruit, hire, onboard, coach, and retain qualified teachers and staff
Create a positive, supportive culture built on teamwork, communication, and accountability
Set clear expectations, provide feedback, and recognize employee achievements
Support professional development and help teachers grow in their careers
Manage Center Operations
Oversee daily operations, staffing, scheduling, and classroom coverage
Ensure compliance with Massachusetts EEC licensing, health, and safety requirements
Maintain appropriate classroom ratios, documentation, and operating standards
Oversee implementation of The Learning Experiences L.E.A.P. Curriculum
Maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized school environment
Drive Enrollment and Center Performance
Welcome prospective families, conduct tours, and support enrollment growth
Build strong relationships with families and support long-term retention
Monitor enrollment, staffing, labor costs, budgets, and center performance
Identify opportunities for improvement and take action to achieve center goals
Support local marketing, community events, and referral opportunities
Build Strong Relationships
Maintain open, professional communication with families and staff
Address concerns promptly, thoughtfully, and confidentially
Partner with ownership and regional leadership on school priorities
Create an environment where children, families, and educators feel valued
Qualifications
Must meet applicable Massachusetts EEC Director qualification requirements
Massachusetts EEC Director I or Director II qualification, as required for the assigned role
Previous leadership experience in a licensed childcare, preschool, or early childhood education center required
At least 2 years of childcare leadership or management experience preferred
Previous Center Director or Assistant Center Director experience strongly preferred
Experience coaching teachers, managing staffing, and supporting enrollment growth
Strong understanding of childcare licensing, classroom quality, and operational standards
Excellent leadership, communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and make sound operational decisions
Must meet applicable background screening and regulatory requirements
What We Offer
Competitive annual salary of $80,000-$100,000
Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
Paid time off
401(k) with available company match
Employee childcare discount
Professional development and leadership training
Supportive ownership and regional leadership team
Opportunities for continued career growth
Apply Today
If youre an experienced childcare leader who enjoys developing teachers, building relationships with families, and taking ownership of a schools success, wed love to meet you.
Join The Learning Experience and help create a place where children love to learn and teachers love to teach.
The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
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.