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Our client is looking for an energetic, organized, and inspiring leader to join their premier preschool in Humble, TX as Center Director. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter who has extensive experience within a licensed preschool.
- This is a Direct Hire position with the school
- Full-Time and must be able to close the school at 6:30pm; Monday - Friday; year-round employment
Salary
- Up to $60,000/yearly pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood experience
- Bonus Potential of up to $5,000/year (paid quarterly) based on multiple performance factors
Benefits
- 100% paid medical insurance for Director
- 100% fee tuition for first child, 50% off second child, 25% off infant care
- Dental and Vision insurance available
- Life and Accidental insurance
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Sick Time
- Paid Holidays and Closures
- Professional Development Assistance
Job Responsibilities
- Operations: effectively operate and manage all aspects of the school, including staffing, parent relations, quality control and facility management; lead recruitment efforts – job postings, interviewing, and onboarding
- Financials: maintain budgets and financial records within set parameters
- Program Quality: ensure teachers develop lesson plans that meet educational standards to promote age-appropriate learning and development based on the designated curriculum; ensure Kindergarten readiness for students; design and deploy high-quality and enriching Summer Programs
- Employee Success: nurture a positive workplace atmosphere; facilitate ongoing training, learning and growth among staff members; provide guidance to staff and direct reports, issuing written disciplinary notices when required; elevate unresolved employment issues or legal concerns to senior management when necessary
- Parent Relations: ensure the satisfaction of our parents by promptly addressing their concerns in a courteous and proactive manner
- Enrollment and Marketing: coordinate admissions processes, including waitlists, tours, and enrollment paperwork utilizing school management information systems; build center enrollment by providing tours to families, leading school and community events, and utilizing social media; maintain a positive public image for the preschool
- Texas Licensing Compliance: ensure compliance with all health and safety regulations and develop strong professional relationships with state licensing authorities; maintain accurate records and documentation to demonstrate compliance; maintain a safe and clean environment for children and staff; stay informed about changes in laws and regulations affecting preschool education
Qualifications
- PREFERRED Education: Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or education related field
- REQUIRED Leadership Experience: At least 5 years of Early Childhood Education (birth to 5-years-old) leadership experience in a licensed facility with at least 150 enrolled students; this could include titles such as Assistant Director, Program Director, or Preschool Director
- REQUIRED Management Experience: Experience managing at least 20 employees in a licensed facility
- REQUIRED Teaching Experience: At least 2 years of Lead Early Childhood Education (birth to 5-years-old) teaching experience
- Must be currently residing in Texas
- Must be able to lift ~30 pounds
- Must meet background check eligibility
Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No nights
- No weekends
School type:
Application Question(s):
- What is the largest number of people you have supervised?
- What is the largest number of enrolled students you have had in a licensed Early Childhood Education facility?
- Do you currently reside in Texas?
Education:
Experience:
- licensed Early Childhood Education leadership: 5 years (Required)
- Early Childhood Education leadership: 2 years (Required)
Work Location: In person