Preschool Assistant Director

Company: The Learning Experience - Grand Rapids - Beltline
Location: Grand Rapids
Posted on: February 16, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description 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 Preschool Director / Childcare Center Director Grand Rapids (Beltline) Location: The Learning Experience Grand Rapids (Beltline) Salary: $60,000 per year Schedule: Full-Time, MondayFriday About The Learning Experience The Learning Experience Grand Rapids (Beltline) is seeking an experienced Preschool Director / Childcare Center Director to lead our licensed early childhood education center. This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a director-qualified early childhood professional who is passionate about building a high-quality, nurturing, and well-run preschool and daycare program. The ideal candidate is a strong people leader, highly organized, and experienced in managing both the educational and operational sides of a childcare center. Key Responsibilities Oversee all daily operations of the preschool and childcare center, ensuring full compliance with Michigan childcare licensing regulations Lead, coach, and develop teachers to deliver a high-quality early childhood education program Drive enrollment, family engagement, and community outreach Manage staffing, scheduling, payroll, and center budgets Maintain a safe, positive, and developmentally appropriate environment for children ages 6 weeks through school age Ensure strong systems for quality, safety, compliance, and parent satisfaction Qualifications Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field preferred Minimum 2 years of preschool or childcare management experience required Must meet Michigan Director Qualification Requirements Strong understanding of state licensing, staff leadership, family relations, and center operations Benefits Salary: $60,000 per year Health, dental, and vision insurance 401K plan Paid time off (PTO) Childcare tuition discount Ongoing professional development and leadership training Apply Today Join The Learning Experience Grand Rapids (Beltline) and lead one of West Michigans premier early childhood education centers, where children, families, and teachers thrive.

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