Childcare Center Director

Your interest in this position and application isvery importantto us.We will respond to your application within one business day. Our client is looking for an experienced and motivatedExecutive Directorto join the leadership team at their premier preschool inLantana, TX. The ideal candidate must have strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills (verbal and written), a genuine love for children, and a strong commitment to education. This is a Direct Hire position with the school Full-Time; Monday-Friday; year-round employment Reports To: Area Director Compensation $55,000-$65,000/yearpending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience. Performance bonus Benefits Health, Dental & Vision insurance 401(k) available Paid Holidays PTO package with growth based on tenure Childcare tuition discounts Professional development opportunities and ongoing leadership support Responsibilities Serve as the senior onsite leader of the school and its public face in the community Develop and support the Education Director, Program Coordinator, and teaching staff Oversee recruitment, scheduling, and classroom staffing Ensure full compliance with Texas licensing regulations and lead the school to Texas Rising Star 4-star standards Manage the school's monthly P&L, control operating expenses, andoperatewithin an established budget Run payroll and manage tuition billing in childcare management software Oversee facility quality and maintenance, safety standards, supply ordering, and vendor relationships Conduct parent tours and convert enrollment leads into enrolled families Lead marketing and build partnerships with local families, businesses, and organizations to grow enrollment and the school's reputation Partner with the Education Director on curriculum quality, teacher coaching, and family engagement Qualifications Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent in education or a related field;Bachelor'spreferred Texas Director credential 5-7+ years as an onsite administrator in early childhood education 10+ years' experience in licensed preschools Experience managing payroll, profit and loss, and school operating systems Working knowledge of Texas licensing compliance and Texas Rising Star and NAEYC accreditation standards Proven ability to manage enrollment, site-level administration, scheduling, and quality assurance, and to use data to inform operational decisions Strong educational leadership, mentorship, and team management, including curriculum implementation and teacher coaching Proficiencywith childcare management and CRM systems, and comfortable in Excel/Google Sheets Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills Passion for experiential learning, school culture, and family engagement Valid driver's license and ability to pass background check Why Join? If you are an experienced childcare leader looking for a long-term opportunity with real autonomy and support inside a growing organization, we encourage you to apply today. Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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