Assistant Director
Company: The Learning Experience
Location: Vista
Posted on: March 23, 2026
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Job Description:
Benefits: Compensation: $25-31/hr depending on experience 401(k)
Competitive salary Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity
for advancement Paid time off Training & development Welcome to The
Learning Experience (TLE) Happy Happens Here! It's not just a
marketing slogan; it's an ethos and a call to action that runs
through every TLE Center. It's what happens when you get to nurture
and teach the most precious thing in the universe: Our Little
Learners Who Are We? The Learning Experience, Vista, CA is a child
care center serving ages 0-5 years, committed to investing in our
staff and developing a caring, friendly community of educators and
learners and looking for an Assistant Director. Our Program & Our
Center TLE centers are modern and purposefully designed with the
child in mind, offering a colorful environment that inspires
learning and play. Our center is technology-enabled and equipped
with interactive L.E.A.P boards (Learning, Experience, Academic
Program) to help children learn. Our proprietary curriculum is
designed through the eyes of a child. Our lesson plan outline is
provided to our teachers, so you always have a framework to work
with, yet it allows you to infuse your own creativity into your
classroom. It is our mission to grow independent, confident and
compassionate individuals. Our dedication to creating a stimulating
and enriching environment for students and teachers alike makes us
an amazing place to work! Reports To: Center Director Big Picture
Responsibilities: Brings the best communication to the table! Great
communication ensures everyone is on the same page, and helps our
center run smoothly at all times. Ensures our center is compliant
with ALL California TItle 22 rules and regulations at all times.
Ensures that center facilities are safe for children and comply
with laws and regulations. Knows, understands and executes our
employee handbook to ensure our center is the best it can be on a
day-in and day-out basis. Manages and coordinates TLE curriculum
with staff that complies with state and federal requirements.
Oversees all operations in the center. Manages and supports
teaching staff and promotes their professional development through
on-going training and coaching. Interviews, hires and trains new
staff members, ensuring they meet all policies and legal
requirements. Communicates and meets with parents regarding their
children and the center's policies. Day-to-Day Responsibilities:
STAFF MANAGEMENT Ensures teachers are fully supported, and the
center is staffed appropriately on a day-to-day basis. Conducts
classroom observations, evaluations, and provides feedback that
motivates and encourages learning. Manages team to ensure TLE
curriculum is executed in alignment with brand standards. Uses a
growth mindset to train, coach and develop for the future. Listens
objectively to employee concerns and plans a recommended course of
action. Builds and communicates weekly schedules. Daily management
of classroom ratios. Manages new hire paperwork and all employee
files in compliance with state licensing regulations. Builds and
communicates center schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are
always intact and labor is effectively managed to budget. CUSTOMER
FOCUS Leads tour with prospective families, highlighting key
features and points of difference of our curriculum, teacher
tenure/quality, etc. Regularly communicates with families regarding
student progress. Executes “parent pleasers.” Execution of our Show
and Tell App. Regularly audits and maintains all records and files
for students and teachers. Ensures the physical environment and
health/safety standards are in full compliance with local and state
licensing regulations. Manages relationships with state licensors
and conducts center evaluations. Responsible for accident/incident
reporting. Medication management. Conducts monthly emergency safety
drills. Manages new customer administration and files in compliance
with state licensing regulations. BUSINESS OPERATIONS AND PEOPLE
LEADERSHIP Drives financial performance and productivity for all
operational aspects of the center Effectively analyzes and
reconciles monthly P&L statements; creates action plans based
on past performance and forecasted occupancy Hires outstanding
talent and ensures center is fully staffed with high performing
teachers Effectively manages labor; Approves all final work
schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intact Forecasts
future enrollment Processes payroll, ensuring the accuracy of
timekeeping systems Manages center inventory- office supplies,
food, curriculum, staff recognition items, etc. Manages all vendor
relationships- organizes facilities maintenance and technology
support Ensures parent billings, account receivables and
collections are accurate and precise In partnership with Center
Director, conducts team meetings to communicate important
information and set a direction QUALIFICATIONS Two or more years of
center leadership/management experience is highly preferred. Must
have professional teaching experience with infants to preschool
children. Bachelor's degree, California child development permit,
units in ECE or related field preferred. Strong knowledge of state
licensing rules and regulations. CPR and First Aid Certification
are highly preferred. Must meet state specific guidelines.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strong
leadership and interpersonal skills. Excellent organizational,
problem-solving and time-management skills. Ability to multi-task
and work in a fast-paced environment. Maintain a professional
appearance, attitude and work ethic. Background Check TB Test and
Physical, plus immunizations as required by California law
(measles, pertussis and influenza. Influenza can be declined with a
letter stating you decline this immunization). Job Type: Full-time
Pay Range: $25-31/hr depending on experience. Background Clearance
Requirements: Department of Justice (DOJ) Federal Bureau of
Investigation (FBI) Child Abuse Central Index (CACI)
Keywords: The Learning Experience, Hacienda Heights , Assistant Director, Education / Teaching , Vista, California
