The Learning Experience

Early Childhood Area Manager

The Learning Experience$85K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of multi-site leadership in early childhood education
  • In-depth knowledge of Tennessee State licensing and compliance standards
  • Background clearance and three professional references required
  • Exceptional leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills
  • Strong communication and relationship-building abilities
  • Willingness to obtain CPR and First Aid certification if not already certified

Responsibilities

  • Provide leadership and operational oversight for multiple early learning centers
  • Coach and support Center Directors to ensure performance and compliance
  • Monitor staffing, scheduling, enrollment, and labor management
  • Ensure compliance with state licensing, health, and safety standards
  • Collaborate on hiring, training, and professional development initiatives
  • Assist with tours and enrollment strategies and engage families
  • Analyze performance metrics and implement improvement plans

Benefits

  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunities for career advancement
  • Paid time off including holidays
  • Generous child care discount
  • Quarterly performance-based bonuses
  • Tuition reimbursement for qualifying employees
  • 401(k) match for qualifying employees
  • Company provided training and professional development opportunities
  • Supportive executive team and collaborative culture
Full Job Description
Responsive recruiter

Benefits:
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition assistance


Where Happy Happens Here Every Day

The Learning Experience is seeking an experienced and strategic Area Manager to support and oversee multiple early learning centers across the Texas division. This role is ideal for a proven leader who excels in operations, team development, and maintaining high standards across multiple locations.

Our Benefits:
  • Paid Time Off + Holidays
  • Health Insurance
  • Company Provided Uniforms
  • Company Paid Training
  • Generous Child Care Discount
  • Quarterly Bonus (based on performance)
  • Tuition Reimbursement *For qualifying employees*
  • 401K Match *For qualifying employees*
  • Professional Development Opportunities
  • Career Growth Opportunities

What You Will Do
  • Provide leadership and operational oversight for multiple early learning centers
  • Support and coach Center Directors to ensure strong performance and compliance
  • Monitor staffing, scheduling, enrollment, and labor management
  • Ensure compliance with state licensing, health, and safety requirements
  • Partner with leadership on hiring, training, and professional development initiatives
  • Support tours, enrollment strategies, and family engagement when needed
  • Analyze center performance metrics and implement improvement plans

What We Are Looking For
  • Experience in a multi site leadership role within early childhood education
  • Strong understanding of Tennessee State licensing and compliance standards
  • Federal background clearance and 3 Professional References required
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and decision making skills
  • Excellent communication and relationship building abilities
  • Ability to travel between centers as needed
  • Passion for early childhood education and operational excellence
  • CPR and First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain

Why You Will Love TLE Tennessee
  • Leadership role with impact across multiple centers
  • Supportive executive team and collaborative culture
  • Competitive salary and benefits package
  • Quarterly bonus potential based on performance
  • Opportunity for long term growth within the organization

Applications accepted through 8/30/2026.

Compensation: $85,000.00 - $95,000.00 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.

About The Learning Experience

The Learning Experience is a leading provider of early education services in the United States. The company operates over 300 centers across the country, offering a range of programs for children from six weeks to six years old. The Learning Experience is committed to providing children with a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment, and has a team of experienced teachers and staff who are dedicated to helping children reach their full potential. The company was founded in 2002 and is headquartered in Boca Raton, Florida.
Learn more about The Learning Experience
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$20 million
Founded
2002
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$200 million

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