Director of Child Care

Child Care Center Director – Oyster Creek Montessori (Richmond, TX) Oyster Creek Montessori School in the Richmond area is seeking an experienced Montessori Director to lead a high‑quality, nurturing, and fully compliant learning environment. This role blends authentic Montessori leadership, strong operational management, and warm community engagement. The ideal candidate has experience directing a licensed childcare facility, excels at building strong teams and relationships, and understands how to uphold Montessori integrity while meeting Texas Child‑Care Licensing standards. As Director, you will guide the school’s daily operations, support academic excellence, foster a positive culture for staff and families, and ensure the center fulfills its mission and long‑term goals. Benefits Employee Tuition Discount Bonus Opportunities Great Work Environment Paid time off Qualifications 2+ years of Montessori Director or early childhood leadership experience Associate/Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field Montessori credential (AMI, AMS, or equivalent) preferred Strong written and verbal communication skills Food Safety Manager Certification Childcare Director License (Required) Knowledge of Texas Child‑Care Licensing standards Computer proficiency Leadership Qualities Calm, confident, child‑centered leadership style Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills Ability to balance Montessori philosophy with real‑world operational needs Collaborative, positive, and solution‑oriented mindset Excellent communication with staff and families Ability to foster a respectful, mission‑driven school culture Key Responsibilities Educational Leadership Uphold authentic Montessori philosophy and classroom practice Observe classrooms regularly and provide coaching and feedback Support lesson planning, classroom flow, and individualized learning Ensure environments meet Montessori standards, child development principles, and licensing requirements Staff Leadership & Development Recruit, hire, onboard, train, evaluate, and retain high‑quality staff Provide ongoing coaching, feedback, and professional development Lead orientations, evaluations, and regular staff meetings Foster a collaborative and respectful team culture Supervise staff performance and ensure responsibilities are fulfilled School Operations & Compliance Oversee daily operations in compliance with Texas Minimum Standards Maintain accurate staff, student, attendance, and licensing records Interpret licensing codes and develop compliant policies and procedures Ensure facility health and safety compliance Keep emergency procedures updated; conduct fire, disaster, and intruder drills Assist with inspections, audits, and regulatory communication Manage budgets for staffing, supplies, materials, and equipment Lift/move children and/or materials up to ~50 lbs. Use Montessori software (ProCare, CRM, Montessori Compass, etc.) Family Experience & Community Engagement Build strong relationships with families through warm, clear communication Plan and coordinate engaging parent and community events, including developing flyers and communication materials for families Support campus operations by assisting with tours, parent meetings, conferences, and schoolwide events Address parent questions with professionalism and empathy Help create a welcoming, consistent, and community‑oriented school experience Enrollment, Marketing & Growth Participate in tours and admissions conversations Guide families from inquiry through enrollment Support retention through strong classroom and family experience Organize open houses, marketing events, summer programs, and special events Contribute to school growth initiatives Accreditation & Quality Standards Work toward and maintain all required school accreditations Ensure ongoing compliance with all federal, state, and local regulations Work Expectations Onsite leadership role in an active school environment Regular interaction with children, staff, and families Occasional evening or weekend events as needed Able to drive a school bus; may need to transport children to and from school and field‑trip venues Languages English (Required) Spanish (Preferred) #J-18808-Ljbffr