Assistant Director of Early Childhood Education
Austin TX - Dripping Springs
Assistant Director of Early Childhood Education
Full Time • Austin TX - Dripping Springs
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Benefits:
- Bonus based on performance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- 401(k)
- Free uniforms
Assistant Director of Early Childhood Education
Location: Dripping Springs, TX | Salary: $41,000 - $43,000/year
Job Type: Full-Time, Preschool Administration
Join the fastest-growing Academy of Early Education in the nation, where "Happy Happens Here!" At The Learning Experience (TLE), we provide a premier platform to showcase your leadership talents, share innovative ideas, and accelerate your career in Early Childhood Education (ECE).
We are seeking a passionate, experienced childcare professional to join our brand-new, state-of-the-art center in Dripping Springs as an Assistant Center Director. If you are a dedicated leader ready to inspire teachers, connect with families, and foster a nurturing learning environment, we want you on our team!
What We Offer:
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Competitive Benefits: Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, child care discounts, and a unique pet insurance discount!
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State-of-the-Art Environment: Lead in modern, immersive classrooms equipped with cutting-edge technology and premium educational resources.
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Professional Growth: Ongoing leadership training, professional development, and clear career advancement pathways.
Key Responsibilities:
As our Assistant Director, you will partner with the Center Director to oversee daily preschool operations, licensing compliance, and enrollment growth.
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Inspire & Lead: Cultivate a culture of trust, inclusivity, and passion. Motivate staff and build strong, lasting relationships with families and the Dripping Springs community.
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Operational Excellence: Manage essential business operations, including employee payroll, accounts receivable/payable, monthly P&L reporting, and efficient scheduling.
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Curriculum & Coaching: Guide teachers in successfully implementing TLE’s proprietary curriculum, utilizing our fun, engaging characters to make learning come alive.
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Staff Development: Actively source, interview, onboard, and coach a high-quality team of early childhood educators.
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Compliance & Safety: Maintain strict adherence to health and safety standard operating procedures, ensuring 100% compliance with Texas childcare licensing regulations.
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Drive Enrollment: Conduct dynamic in-person and virtual center tours for prospective families, and organize exciting community marketing events to boost enrollment.
Qualifications:
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Experience: Minimum of 1 year of childcare center leadership/management experience required (2+ years highly preferred).
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Credentials: Must possess a valid Texas Director Credential and meet all state-specific regulatory guidelines for childcare administration.
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Education: Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field is highly preferred.
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Skills: Deep knowledge of Texas state licensing rules, strong financial/payroll acumen, and excellent communication skills.
Apply Today!
Be the foundation of something great. Apply now to help us create a happy, safe, and nurturing environment where Dripping Springs families and children thrive!
Compensation: $41,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year
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.
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.
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Living TLE®’s mission and values every day
Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of a child, their families, and the communities we serve.We achieve this mission through three core values: an Innovative Mindset, a Collaborative Spirit, and Community Impact.
TLE® Center job opportunities
The enthusiasm, commitment and care from our people is what makes TLE® the best place to work in early childhood education. Your talents will shine in our Centers. They’re great places to pursue your passion for teaching, daycare and providing quality early childhood education.
See for yourself what makes TLE® Centers special
Step inside a TLE Center and see how we’ve designed and built every classroom to ensure our little learners and staff are safe and supported.