Salary: $50,000 - $60,000
Employment Type: Full-Time
Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Time Off, Childcare Discount, Tuition Reimbursement, Professional Development & More
About the Opportunity
The Learning Experience is opening a brand-new childcare center in Milford, CT, and we're looking for an experienced Curriculum Director to help establish and lead a high-quality educational program from the ground up.
This is an exciting opportunity to:
- Help shape the center's educational culture from day one
- Support and develop a team of passionate teachers
- Champion high-quality curriculum and classroom experiences
- Build strong relationships with children and families
- Make a meaningful impact in the Milford community
We're looking for a hands-on early childhood leader who is passionate about curriculum, child development, teacher development, and educational quality.
What You'll Do
Lead Curriculum & Educational Quality
- Champion TLE's proprietary L.E.A.P.® Curriculum and ensure high-quality implementation across classrooms.
- Support teachers with curriculum planning, classroom activities, and developmentally appropriate practices.
- Observe classrooms and provide coaching, feedback, and support to strengthen teaching practices.
- Help ensure programs and services meet the developmental and educational needs of children.
- Continuously evaluate and improve classroom experiences, curriculum implementation, and educational programs.
Support Your Team & Families
- Partner with the Center Director to recruit, coach, and develop a high-performing teaching team.
- Foster a positive culture focused on collaboration, professional growth, and educational excellence.
- Build strong relationships with families and communicate about children's development and learning experiences.
- Support teachers in creating engaging, nurturing, and inclusive classrooms.
Support Center Operations
- Assist the Center Director with staffing, scheduling, and daily center operations as needed.
- Maintain compliance with Connecticut childcare licensing requirements and TLE standards.
- Partner with the Center Director and TLE support teams to achieve center goals.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for a passionate, relationship-driven early childhood leader with experience in childcare, preschool, daycare, or early childhood education.
Preferred qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in early childhood education or a leadership role.
- Previous Curriculum Director, Education Director, Lead Teacher, Assistant Director, or similar experience.
- Experience with curriculum implementation, teacher coaching, classroom observations, or professional development.
- Strong knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
- Strong leadership, communication, organization, and relationship-building skills.
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field preferred.
Connecticut Requirements
Must meet applicable Connecticut requirements for the position.
Connecticut Head Teacher approval or qualifications to obtain approval strongly preferred.
Why Join The Learning Experience?
- Help build the educational program of a brand-new center from opening day.
- Make a lasting impact on children, families, and educators.
- Benefit from established curriculum, training, and operational support.
- Access professional development, tuition reimbursement, and leadership growth opportunities.
- Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're an experienced Curriculum Director, Education Director, Lead Teacher, Assistant Director, or early childhood education leader ready to take the next step in your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Join The Learning Experience – Milford as our Curriculum Director.
Apply today and help build a center where children thrive, teachers grow, and families feel confident in their child's education.