Childcare Center Director

Location

Santa Clarita, CA (Valencia)

Type

Full Time

Benefits:
  • Childcare Benefit
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
Salary: $70,000 to $80,000 annually
Location: Santa Clarita, CA
Schedule: Monday through Friday, Full Time

Where Happy Happens Here Every Day

The Learning Experience in Santa Clarita is seeking an experienced and driven Center Director to lead daily operations, inspire staff, and ensure excellence in early childhood education. This leadership role is responsible for maintaining compliance, supporting enrollment growth, developing teachers, and creating a positive culture for families and team members.

We are looking for a strong operational leader who can balance classroom quality, team development, and business performance.

What You Will Do
• Oversee daily center operations and ensure compliance with California licensing regulations
• Lead, coach, and develop teaching staff to maintain high classroom quality
• Manage staff scheduling, ratios, and performance expectations
• Drive enrollment growth through tours and community engagement
• Maintain strong relationships with families and provide exceptional customer service
• Monitor financial performance including labor management and budgeting
• Ensure a safe, organized, and positive school environment

California Requirements
• Minimum twenty four completed ECE units required
• Site Supervisor Permit or higher preferred
• Experience in a licensed early childhood center required
• Must meet California state background check and health requirements

What We Are Looking For
• Minimum three years of leadership experience in a licensed childcare setting
• Experience managing staff of 20 or more preferred
• Strong organizational and scheduling skills
• Confident decision maker with excellent communication skills
• Ability to build culture, accountability, and team engagement

Why You Will Love TLE Santa Clarita
• Supportive regional leadership
• Established systems and curriculum
• Opportunities for professional growth
• Competitive salary and performance incentives
Compensation: $70,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

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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