Preschool Center Director - Early Childhood Education
Bristow
Preschool Center Director - Early Childhood Education
Full Time • Bristow
Benefits:
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
Preschool Center Director - Early Childhood Education
The Learning Experience - Prince William County, VA
Salary: $58,000-$65,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
Salary: $58,000-$65,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday
About the Opportunity
Are you an experienced childcare leader who is passionate about early childhood education, developing strong teaching teams, and creating an exceptional experience for children and families?
The Learning Experience in Prince William County is seeking a dedicated Preschool Center Director to oversee daily school operations, support classroom excellence, and help build a positive, thriving school community.
We're looking for a hands-on leader who understands that a successful childcare center is built on strong relationships, consistent classroom quality, and a team that feels supported and motivated.
Bilingual English/Spanish candidates are especially encouraged to apply!
What You'll Do
- Oversee daily operations of a licensed childcare and preschool center
- Recruit, onboard, coach, and develop teaching staff
- Manage teacher scheduling, staffing, and classroom ratios
- Ensure compliance with Virginia childcare licensing, health, and safety requirements
- Support implementation of The Learning Experience's L.E.A.P. Curriculum
- Conduct classroom observations and provide meaningful feedback to teachers
- Build strong relationships with families and address questions or concerns
- Lead prospective family tours and support enrollment and retention
- Monitor center performance, enrollment goals, and operational priorities
- Maintain accurate licensing documentation and school records
- Partner with ownership and regional leadership on center goals and improvements
- Foster a positive, collaborative, and accountable team environment
Qualifications
- Must meet Virginia's licensed childcare Center Director qualification requirements
- Previous professional experience in a licensed childcare or preschool setting required
- Previous Center Director, Assistant Director, or comparable childcare leadership experience strongly preferred
- Experience supervising, coaching, and developing teaching teams
- Strong understanding of Virginia childcare licensing requirements
- Experience supporting enrollment, family engagement, and center operations
- Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to balance operational responsibilities with classroom and staff support
- Bilingual English/Spanish strongly preferred
- Early Childhood Education degree or other qualifying credentials preferred
What We Offer
- $58,000-$65,000 annual salary, based on experience and qualifications
- Full-time Monday-Friday schedule
- Paid professional development and leadership training
- Employee childcare discount
- Supportive ownership and regional leadership
- Opportunities for continued professional growth
Apply Today
Join The Learning Experience in Prince William County and help create a school environment where children, families, and educators thrive.
If you're an experienced childcare leader ready to make a meaningful impact, we'd love to hear from you!
The Learning Experience is an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation: $58,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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.