The Learning Experience

Preschool Director

The Learning Experience$80K — $100K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Massachusetts Director I and Director II qualifications required
  • Minimum of two years of leadership experience in a licensed early childhood education center
  • Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
  • Strong knowledge of Massachusetts EEC regulations and licensing requirements
  • Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing early childhood educators
  • Experience supporting enrollment, family relationships, and center operations
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Provide overall leadership for daily center operations, educational programs, and staff
  • Recruit, onboard, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of early childhood educators
  • Ensure compliance with Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and center standards
  • Promote exceptional classroom quality and support continuous teacher development
  • Monitor staffing, classroom ratios, scheduling, and operational needs
  • Build strong relationships with current and prospective families
  • Support tours, enrollment, family engagement, and retention efforts

Benefits

  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition assistance
  • Flexible schedule
Full Job Description
Responsive recruiter

Benefits:
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition assistance
  • Flexible schedule


Preschool Director - Early Childhood Education

Location: The Learning Experience - Andover, MA
Salary: $80,000-$100,000 per year, based on experience and qualifications
Schedule: Full-Time, Monday-Friday

The Learning Experience - Andover is seeking an experienced Center Director to lead our school with a strong focus on educational excellence, operational success, team development, and family experience.

This leadership opportunity is ideal for an experienced early childhood professional who enjoys developing educators, building meaningful relationships with families, and creating a positive environment where children and staff can thrive. As Center Director, you will oversee the daily operations of the school while supporting enrollment, maintaining regulatory compliance, developing your team, and ensuring a high-quality early learning experience.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide overall leadership for daily center operations, educational programs, and staff
  • Recruit, onboard, coach, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of early childhood educators
  • Ensure compliance with Massachusetts EEC licensing regulations and center standards
  • Promote exceptional classroom quality and support continuous teacher development
  • Monitor staffing, classroom ratios, scheduling, and operational needs
  • Build strong relationships with current and prospective families
  • Support tours, enrollment, family engagement, and retention efforts
  • Monitor center performance, budgets, staffing, and operational goals
  • Maintain required licensing documentation and center records
  • Foster a positive, collaborative culture for children, families, and employees
  • Partner with ownership to implement strategic initiatives and achieve center goals

Qualifications

  • Massachusetts Director I and Director II qualifications required
  • Minimum of two years of leadership experience in a licensed early childhood education center
  • Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Business Administration, or a related field preferred
  • Strong knowledge of Massachusetts EEC regulations and licensing requirements
  • Demonstrated experience leading, coaching, and developing early childhood educators
  • Experience supporting enrollment, family relationships, and center operations
  • Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving skills
  • Passion for developing educators and delivering high-quality early childhood programs

What We Offer

  • Competitive salary of $80,000-$100,000 per year
  • Consistent Monday-Friday schedule
  • Professional development and leadership training
  • Employee childcare discount
  • Supportive ownership and leadership team
  • Career growth and advancement opportunities within a growing organization

Apply today to join The Learning Experience - Andover and lead a school where children love to learn, teachers are supported to grow, and families feel confident in the care and education their children receive.

Compensation: $80,000.00 - $100,000.00 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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