All Jobs
All Jobs
Preschool Assistant Director Newbury Park

Preschool Assistant Director

Full Time • Newbury Park
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
Join Us
If you are passionate about early childhood education and have the leadership experience to help shape both young learners and educators, we encourage you to apply and be part of the TLE family—where Happy Happens Here.

Role Overview
We are seeking a motivated, experienced leader to join our team as an Assistant Center Director. In this role, you’ll work closely with the Center Director to ensure smooth operations, maintain compliance, support teachers, and provide a nurturing, educational environment for children. This is an opportunity to influence the growth and development of both children and educators while being part of a collaborative, positive community.

Compensation & Benefits
  • Pay range: $49,000 – $54,000 annually
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off (including 10 days PTO + holiday pay)
  • Discounted childcare
  • Referral program & tuition reimbursement
  • Professional development opportunities
Schedule
  • Full-time
  • Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts
  • On-site at Newbury Park
Who We Are
Welcome to The Learning Experience (TLE). Happy Happens Here. It’s not just a marketing slogan; it’s the guiding principle of every TLE Center. At TLE, you’ll have the opportunity to nurture and teach the most precious thing in the universe: our Little Learners.

The Learning Experience, Newbury Park, is a child care center serving infants through Pre-K. We’re committed to investing in our staff and developing a caring, supportive community of educators and learners. Our centers are modern, purposefully designed, and equipped with interactive L.E.A.P.® boards to inspire learning and play.

Our proprietary curriculum is designed through the eyes of a child, giving teachers a framework with the flexibility to bring creativity into the classroom. Our mission is to help children grow into independent, confident, and compassionate individuals—and to create a work environment where teachers and leaders thrive.

Responsibilities
  • Assist the Center Director in day-to-day operations of the childcare center.
  • Support staff in implementing curriculum and activities that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional development.
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and motivate teaching staff.
  • Manage daily staffing, ratios, and classroom schedules.
  • Conduct classroom observations and provide feedback to support teacher growth.
  • Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations, health, and safety standards.
  • Handle parent inquiries, lead center tours, and maintain open communication with families.
  • Oversee new student enrollment, files, and parent documentation.
  • Collaborate with the Center Director on budget, staffing, and continuous improvement strategies.
  • Manage new hire paperwork and employee records in compliance with state regulations.
  • Conduct monthly emergency drills and oversee medication/incident reporting.
  • Act as a role model by demonstrating professionalism, integrity, and a commitment to excellence.
Qualifications
  • 12 units in ECE including Infant/Toddler 
  • CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain upon hire).
  • Minimum 3 years’ experience in early childhood education, with at least 1 year in a leadership role.
  • Strong understanding of child development and early education best practices.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with children, parents, and staff.
  • Proven leadership skills and ability to inspire a team.
  • Knowledge of California licensing regulations.
  • Ability to pass background checks and clearances required for working with children.
Compensation: $24.00 - $26.00 per hour




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.

(if you already have a resume on Indeed)

Or apply here.

* required fields

Location
Or
Or

Why Choose The Learning Experience?

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.