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The Assistant Director within the Office of Career Strategy ("OCS") will have the primary responsibility of advising, creating resources for, and providing programming to an assigned cohort of ...

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As of Sep 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for assitant director in Tennessee is $65,321.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $40,400.00 and $81,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Assistant Director vs Department Manager?

AspectAssistant DirectorDepartment Manager
CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree; advanced degrees may be preferredUsually requires a bachelor's degree; relevant experience often valued
Work EnvironmentOften in organizations like nonprofits, education, or entertainment; involved in strategic planningIn corporate or organizational settings; manages daily operations of a department
Employer & Industry UsageCommon in education, arts, entertainment, and nonprofit sectorsWidely used across industries including business, healthcare, and retail
Search & Comparison IntentOften compared for leadership roles with similar responsibilitiesCompared for operational management roles

The Assistant Director typically supports higher-level management and focuses on strategic initiatives, while the Department Manager handles daily operations within a specific department. Both roles require relevant credentials and experience, but their scope and responsibilities differ based on organizational structure.

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Infographic showing various Assitant Director job openings in Tennessee as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 85% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $65,321 per year, or $31.4 per hour.

Assistant Director

Learning Care Group, Inc.

Knoxville, TN • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 17 days ago

Learning Care Group rating

5.2

Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

Based on 112 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

13th of 19 rated daycare providers

Job description

Are you ready for the next step in your child care career? We're hiring and we want difference makers who will inspire children to become lifelong learners.  The Assistant Director is responsible for the safe, effective operation of the school with the School Director, to achieve Learning Care Group's safety vision.  In the Director's absence, the Assistant Director has sole responsibility for the school. The Assistant Director assists in the promotion of the social, physical, and intellectual growth of the children

Our Assistant Directors are:

  • Accountable! Ensure the school is operating in accordance with company and state licensing standards.
  • Responsible! Foster an educational, caring, safe environment for the children and parents.
  • Creative! Spark imagination, build self-esteem, and help children discover new things each day.
  • Positive! Promote the positive image of the company and play a major role in making the company a provider of choice for the communities we serve.
  • Team-oriented! Recruit, select, and retain quality staff.
  • Dedicated! Help achieve profitability for the company.

Job Requirements:

  • Must be at least 21 years of age
  • Must have previous leadership experience and at least 1 year of experience working in a licensed childcare facility.
  • High School diploma or equivalent.
  • Must meet state requirements for education and our center/school requirements.

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About Learning Care Group

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Learning Care Group, Inc. is the second-largest for-profit child care provider in North America and a leader in early education. Our programs are designed for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years. Across our eight unique brands, we're committed to creating state-of-the-art facilities with the latest technology and expert-driven curricula created by our own Education team.

Industry

Education

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Novi, MI, US

Year founded

1967

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