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Childcare Compliance Manager

The Learning Experience - World Headquarters
Edison, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 8/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/22/2026
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
  • Wellness resources

Location: New Jersey
Travel: Frequent travel required across multiple states to support onsite center visits and compliance audits
Salary: $80,000 - 90,000

Job Overview
This field-based leadership role is responsible for ensuring all centers operate at the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, and operational quality. In this role, you will serve as a key compliance leader, conducting audits, supporting licensing requirements, and partnering with center leadership to strengthen quality and consistency across multiple locations. 

Key Responsibilities
Compliance Audits and Quality Assurance
  •  Conduct onsite audits, inspections, and walkthroughs across childcare centers 
  •  Evaluate compliance with state licensing regulations, health codes, and company standards 
  •  Identify gaps and implement corrective action plans to improve compliance and quality 
  •  Ensure adherence to childcare licensing requirements, safety regulations, and company policies 
  •  Identify compliance risks and implement proactive mitigation strategies 
  •  Respond to compliance-related issues with urgency and sound judgment 
  •  Train and coach center leadership and staff on compliance standards and best practices 
  •  Partner with training teams to support consistent implementation of operational procedures 
  •  Translate regulatory requirements into clear, actionable guidance 
  •  Maintain accurate audit records, compliance logs, and inspection documentation 
  •  Prepare reports on compliance trends, risks, and performance for leadership 
  •  Ensure all documentation meets regulatory and company audit standards 
  •  Partner with Operations, Training, HR, and leadership teams to align compliance initiatives 
  •  Build strong relationships with center directors and regional leaders 
  •  Support continuous improvement across processes, systems, and compliance workflows 
Qualifications
  •  Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Business, Compliance, or related field preferred 
  •  Proven experience in childcare operations, compliance, licensing, or quality assurance 
  •  Strong knowledge of state childcare licensing regulations and compliance standards 
  •  Experience conducting audits, inspections, and corrective action planning 
  •  Strong understanding of safety regulations and operational best practices 
  •  Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills 
  •  Strong communication and training abilities 
  •  Proficiency with reporting tools and documentation systems 
  •  Ability to work independently and manage a field-based schedule 

Salary : $80,000 - $90,000

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