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Hire Up Recruiting lists this Childcare Center Director opportunity in lantana, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
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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