Assistant Director Early Learning

The Learning Experience - Horizon West location!
Are you excited about the opportunity to shape the minds of today's youth? Are you looking to develop and be the face of a brand new and state-of-the-art child care center? Are you looking for something where you can make an impact within the community? If the answer is yes, then this position is for you!
From our unique and engaging curriculum to our vibrant centers and lovable characters, The Learning Experience of Horizon West has always taken an innovative approach to early childhood education. The result is an experience that is as effective as it is fun.
Child Care Assistant Directors at The Learning Experience of Horizon West influence the growth and development of both children and staff. They create an environment of collaboration and community, encouraging everyone to thrive. This position gives you an opportunity to work at a brand new and state-of-the-art child care center and make an impact in Orange County's highest growth community, Horizon West.
Come grow with our brand new school!
Here are a few things about The Learning Experience of Horizon West:

1. Our mission is to make a positive difference in the lives of our children, their families, and the Horizon West community.
2. Our approach consists of a unique blend of a proprietary family of characters and curriculum and incorporating the latest technologies into early childhood education.
3. We pride ourselves as the only child care center that has an all-inclusive curriculum, ensuring each child can experience the same development and growth.
4. Our program is uniquely designed to foster child development and growth without losing sight of the importance of the ability for children to be children.
5. Our focus is on exceptional childhood development and we empower our staff to meet that focus.
6. We are committed to having the best trained teachers and administrators with the most up-to-date trainings and providing professional development opportunities.
7. Our facility will have state-of-the-art equipment and technology, both inside and outside of the classroom.
8. We give our employees their birthday off with pay.
9. You can start your day with a beautiful view of the sunrise and end your day with a magical view of Disney's fireworks---right from the front door.

Role Responsibilities:
LEADERSHIP

• Identifies, schedules and interviews teacher candidates; Builds networks of external future talent
• 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 and TLE standards
• Builds and communicates center schedules to ensure appropriate ratios are always intact and labor is effectively managed to budget
• Trains new hire staff in accordance with state regulations and TLE standards

CUSTOMER FOCUS

• Greets parents, families and students at morning drop off and/or pick up
• Leads tours with prospective families, highlighting key features and points of difference of the TLE curriculum, TLE standards and TLE staff
• Regularly communicates with families regarding student progress
• Executes "Parent Pleasers"
• Execution of our Show and Tell proprietary app. and all TLE resources
• 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 and TLE standards
• 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 and TLE standards

Qualifications:
REQUIRED

• Two or more years of center leadership/management experience highly preferred
• At least one year of center leadership/management experience required
• Child Development Associate (CDA) or higher level of education
• Must have professional teaching experience with infants to preschool children
• Bachelor's degree in ECE or related field highly preferred
• Strong knowledge of state licensing rules and regulations
• Up to date with all DCF continuing education and in-service training hours requirements
• CPR and First Aid Certification highly preferred
• Must meet state specific guidelines which includes 45 hors from DCF and clearance of background
• Must have an outgoing and friendly personality
• Must have excellent communication and strong customer service skills
• Must be a team player
• VPK Certified (Preferred)

Benefits:

• Paid holiday/vacation time/sick time after 90 days
• Flexible Scheduling
• Employee Discount
• Training reimbursement for eligible candidates
• Continued professional development opportunities
• Community outreach activities
• Monday - Friday

Working at The Learning Experience is more than just a job - it's an opportunity to be a part of something bigger! Remember, Happy Happens Here!