About this opportunity
Oyster Creek Montessori School lists this Director de Cuidado Infantil opportunity in richmond, Texas. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Benefits:
Employee Tuition Discount
Bonus Opportunities
Great Work Environment
Paid time off
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.
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 LeadershipUphold 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 & DevelopmentRecruit, 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 & ComplianceOversee 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 EngagementBuild 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 & GrowthParticipate 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 StandardsWork 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)
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Worksite address
richmond, TX, 77406, US
Who can apply
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