Assistant Director of Compliance & Administration
The Learning Experience - Charlotte, NC -Mt. Holly Huntersville Rd.
Location
Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
Salary
$42,000 - $46,000 / YEAR
Quick overview
This role supports the Center Director and leadership team by ensuring the school remains organized, inspection-ready, and compliant with state, TLE, and CACFP requirements through system creation and documentation management. Key duties involve supporting licensing compliance, maintaining operational standards, and managing all aspects of the CACFP program, including training staff.
Requirements summary
Candidates must possess a minimum of two years of experience in early childhood education, administration, or compliance, coupled with strong knowledge of child care licensing regulations and documentation. Essential requirements include strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and clear written and verbal communication abilities, along with proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
Job description
Benefits
- Free uniforms
- Parental leave
- Wellness resources
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
- Signing bonus
$1,000 Hiring Bonus – paid after 90 days of employment
Why You’ll Love This Role
Do you enjoy organization, structure, and helping a school run smoothly? Are you the person others rely on for questions about licensing, paperwork, or inspections?
At The Learning Experience®, we are looking for an Assistant Director – Compliance & Administration to support our Center Director and leadership team by keeping the school organized, inspection-ready, and compliant.
This role is supportive, not disciplinary. You will help create systems, reduce stress for leadership, and ensure the school meets state, TLE, and CACFP requirements.
Happy Happens Here — and strong compliance helps make that possible.
What You’ll Do
- Licensing & State Compliance
- Support compliance with state child care licensing regulations
- Organize and maintain licensing documentation and records
- Assist with licensing inspections, renewals, and follow-ups
- Track deadlines and required compliance paperwork
- TLE Standards Support
- Support The Learning Experience® operational and safety standards
- Help leadership maintain required policies and procedures
- Identify compliance gaps and assist with corrective action plans
- CACFP Program Support
- Maintain CACFP documentation, including meal counts and forms
- Support accurate and timely CACFP claims
- Assist with CACFP audits and monitoring visits
- Train staff on proper CACFP documentation procedures
- Training & Team Support
- Provide guidance and support to leadership and staff
- Serve as a resource for compliance-related questions
- Help create simple systems that keep the school on track
What We’re Looking For
Required
- 2+ years of experience in early childhood education, administration, or compliance
- Knowledge of child care licensing regulations and documentation
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Comfortable using Microsoft Word, Excel, and email
Preferred
- Experience as a Director, Assistant Director, or administrative lead
- Experience working with CACFP
- Experience preparing for licensing inspections
- Enjoys structure, checklists, and process improvement
Pay & Benefits • Salary range
- $42,000 – $46,000
- $1,000 hiring bonus (paid after 90 days)
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Health insurance options
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Paid training and onboarding
TLE Cares Benefits Program
- We offer access to our TLE Cares benefits package, designed to support your financial and personal well-being, including:
- Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability coverage
- Employer-paid life insurance
- Optional dental and vision plans
- Access to telemedicine and wellness resources
- Additional voluntary benefits to help protect you and your family
- Supportive leadership and positive work environment
Why The Learning Experience®
The Learning Experience® is a purpose-driven organization committed to high-quality early childhood education. This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting compliance, safety, and operational excellence in a positive and collaborative environment.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Health Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k)
- Employee Discounts
- Tuition Assistance
- Opportunity For Advancement
- Training & Development