Assistant Director
Franklin, MA
Assistant Director
Full Time • Franklin, MA
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Benefits:
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Stock options plan
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
Assistant Center Director – The Learning Experience Franklin
Location: The Learning Experience – Franklin, MA
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay: $50,000–$60,000 per year (based on experience and credentials)
Credential Required: Massachusetts Director I & Director II Certification
Schedule: Full-Time
Pay: $50,000–$60,000 per year (based on experience and credentials)
Credential Required: Massachusetts Director I & Director II Certification
Grow Your Leadership Career in Early Childhood Education
The Learning Experience – Franklin is seeking an experienced Assistant Center Director to join our leadership team. This is an excellent opportunity for an early childhood professional who enjoys mentoring teachers, partnering with families, and helping lead a high-quality educational program.
Working alongside the Center Director, you'll play a key role in daily operations, staff development, licensing compliance, enrollment support, and creating an environment where children, families, and educators can thrive.
Leadership Responsibilities
Team Development
- Recruit, interview, and onboard outstanding early childhood educators
- Coach, mentor, and support teachers through regular classroom observations and performance feedback
- Promote consistent implementation of The Learning Experience's proprietary L.E.A.P. Curriculum
- Develop staff schedules while ensuring proper classroom ratios and licensing compliance
- Support employee training, professional development, and ongoing performance management
- Maintain personnel records and required documentation in accordance with Massachusetts EEC regulations
Center Operations
- Help oversee the daily operation of the center while maintaining exceptional educational quality
- Ensure compliance with all Massachusetts EEC licensing and health and safety regulations
- Partner with the Center Director to support enrollment growth and family retention
- Foster strong relationships with current and prospective families through exceptional customer service
- Assist with community outreach, center events, and family engagement initiatives
- Help create a positive, collaborative culture focused on teamwork, accountability, and excellence
Qualifications
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Massachusetts Director I & Director II Certification required
- Minimum of 1 year of early childhood leadership experience required (2+ years preferred)
- Experience working with infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged children
- Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred
- Strong knowledge of Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations
- Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- CPR and First Aid certification preferred
What We Offer
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Competitive salary of $50,000–$60,000 per year
- Professional development and leadership advancement opportunities
- Supportive ownership and collaborative leadership team
- Employee childcare discount
- Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children, families, and educators every day
Apply Today
Join The Learning Experience – Franklin and become part of a leadership team dedicated to developing exceptional teachers, supporting families, and creating joyful early learning experiences where Happy Happens Here.
Compensation: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 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.