*Applicant must currently hold an Active FLORIDA Child Care Director Credential through DCF in order to be considered for this position.
The Learning Experience is looking to fill a Center Director position in the Jacksonville area!
The Center Director will oversee the day to day operations of the center while demonstrating joy and passion for early childhood education. Center Directors at The Learning Experience influence the growth and development of both children and teachers. They create an environment of collaboration and community, encouraging everyone to thrive.
Responsibilities:
PEOPLE LEADERSHIP
• Identifies, schedules and interviews teacher candidates; Builds networks of external future talent• Conducts classroom observations, evaluations, and provides feedback that motivates and encourages learning.• Manages team to ensure TLE curriculum is executed in alignment with brand standards;• Uses a growth mindset to train, coach and develop for the future• Listens objectively to employee concerns and plans a recommended course of action• Builds and communicates weekly schedules• Daily management of classroom ratios• Manages new hire paperwork and all employee files in compliance with state licensing regulations• Builds and communicates center schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intact and labor is effectively managed to budget.
CUSTOMER FOCUS
• Leads tours with prospective families, highlighting key features and points of difference of our curriculum, teacher tenure/quality, etc.• Regularly communicates with families regarding student progress• Executes “parent pleasers”• Execution of our Show and Tell app• Regularly audits and maintains all records and files for students and teachers• Ensures the physical environment and health/safety standards are full compliance with local and state licensing regulations• Manages relationships with state licensors and conducts center evaluations• Responsible for accident/incident reporting• Medication management• Conducts monthly emergency safety drills• Manages new customer administration and files in compliance with state licensing regulations
Requirements:
MUST HAVE ACTIVE FLORIDA CHILD CARE DIRECTOR CREDENTIAL
The Center Director must comply with minimum standards, as set forth by current company policies and government regulations.
Bachelor's Degree (in ECE, a child related field, business, or marketing) highly preferred
Must have professional teaching experience in a school, childcare facility, or early childhood education program
At least 2 years in a supervisory position in childcare management or business administration
Demonstrate excellent organizational and leadership skills
Understand general business procedures
Be enthusiastic, creative, and adaptable
Strong customer service and communication skills
Be proficient in Microsoft Office applications
Work well under pressure
Possess skills, attributes and characteristics conducive to and suitable for dealing with children, parents, staff, peers, vendors and management
Demonstrate the ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders
Satisfy the mandatory physical and background checks as required by the State and company regulations and procedures
First Aid & CPR certification (Infant/Child & Adult)
To be considered for this position, applicants must demonstrate proof of education and prior management experience. Please reply by attaching a resume and proof of education and/or credentials.
For more information about our centers, please visit us at www.thelearningexperience.com.
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.