QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least 18 years of age.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, or a related field preferred.
• Completion of at least 12 postsecondary semester units in ECE/CD, including:
• Child Growth & Development
• Child, Family & Community or Child & Family Relations
• Program/Curriculum
• At least 3 units in administration or staff relations, and
• At least 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center or comparable group childcare program.
• Pediatric CPR/First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 30 days).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Capable of walking, standing, bending, squatting and kneeling for extended periods.
• Able to move quickly to respond to children’s needs and to ensure child safety.

ARE YOU READY TO LEAD A CENTER WHERE CURIOSITY, COMMUNITY, AND QUALITY COME FIRST?

Apply today and join Learning Jungle in helping young children thrive every step of the way.
This job description is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities or qualifications associated with the position. Learning Jungle is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. Learning Jungle is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact the HR Department at HR@learningjungle.com

IGNITE CURIOSITY. GROW POTENTIAL. LEAD WITH PURPOSE.

At Learning Jungle, we believe early childhood education is one of the most powerful investments in our future. As a global provider of high-quality educational childcare, we are dedicated to creating nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate environments that support children in becoming confident, curious, and capable learners.
We are currently seeking a qualified and experienced Assistant Center Director to help lead one of our early learning centers in California. The Assistant Center Director supports the Center Director in the day-to-day operations of a licensed childcare facility in accordance with California’s Community Care Licensing (CCL) Title 22 regulations, Learning Jungle policies, and high-quality early childhood education standards. This role provides leadership to staff, ensures licensing compliance, and helps create a nurturing, developmentally appropriate, and safe learning environment.

ADMINISTRATIVE DUTIES

• Help track staff time, attendance, and PTO in coordination with HR and payroll systems.
• Support the monitoring of center budgets and ordering of materials and supplies as needed.
• Contribute to licensing reports, audits, and quality improvement plans.