Preschool Center Director

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule

Location:

The Learning Experience
- Oak Creek, WI

Salary: $60,000 per year

Schedule:

Full-Time, Monday-Friday

Lead a School Where Children, Families & Teachers Thrive

The Learning Experience
- Oak Creek is seeking an experienced Preschool Center Director to lead our early childhood education center.

We're looking for a strong people leader who can balance educational quality, teacher development, family relationships, enrollment, licensing compliance, and daily operations. As Center Director, you'll set the tone for the school and create a positive culture where children thrive, families feel connected, and teachers feel supported.

• Lead the daily operations of the childcare center
• Recruit, hire, onboard, coach, and retain high-quality teachers
• Build a positive, accountable, and supportive team culture
• Manage staffing and scheduling while maintaining required classroom ratios
• Ensure compliance with Wisconsin childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements
• Monitor classroom quality and support implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
• Conduct center tours and build relationships with prospective families
• Drive enrollment growth, family retention, and overall satisfaction
• Address family questions and concerns professionally and proactively
• Support community outreach and local enrollment events
• Manage administrative responsibilities, staffing, payroll processes, and center documentation
• Partner with ownership to achieve operational and financial goals

• Childcare or preschool leadership/management experience required
• Experience in a licensed daycare, preschool, or early childhood education program
• Strong knowledge of childcare center operations and licensing requirements
• Experience recruiting, coaching, and developing teaching teams
• Strong communication, organization, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Experience with enrollment, family tours, and retention preferred
• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Business, or related field preferred
• Must meet applicable Wisconsin licensing requirements for Center Director

• $60,000 annual salary
• Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
• Bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees
• Employee childcare discount
• Professional development and leadership training
• Supportive ownership and leadership team
• Career advancement opportunities