Position Overview

The Center Director is responsible for the full operation, performance, and quality of the center. This includes staff, classrooms, compliance, and overall execution.

This is a hands-on leadership role, not an office position. The Director is expected to be in classrooms daily, actively observing, correcting, and ensuring standards are met.

The Director must operate the center at a level that meets and exceeds Texas Minimum Standards, Texas Rising Star (TRS), Texas School Ready (TSR), and accreditation expectations.

In Texas, directors are ultimately responsible for ensuring the center operates in full compliance and that all staff follow standards and procedures.

Core Responsibilities

1. Program Quality (TRS / TSR / Accreditation)

Ensure full compliance with:
Texas Minimum Standards
Texas Rising Star (TRS)
Texas School Ready (TSR)
Accreditation standards (e.g., Middle States Association)
Maintain readiness for:
TRS assessments
TSR coaching and evaluations
Accreditation reviews
Ensure classrooms consistently meet high-quality instructional and environmental standards

TRS programs are expected to exceed basic licensing standards and maintain higher levels of instructional quality, staff performance, and learning environments.

2. Full Center Ownership (Environment & Execution)

The Director is responsible for everything inside the building:

Ensure all classrooms are:
Actively teaching
Structured and engaged
Following lesson plans aligned with TSR expectations
Maintain:
Bulletin boards and classroom displays
Cleanliness and organization
Proper classroom setup and learning centers
Ensure classrooms are fully stocked with appropriate materials
Conduct daily walkthroughs of all classrooms
Identify and correct issues immediately

If something is out of place, off standard, or not being used properly, it is the Director’s responsibility.

3. Staff Management & Accountability

Supervise all staff daily
Enforce:
Attendance and punctuality
Dress code and professionalism
Classroom expectations
Hold staff accountable to:
SOPs
TRS / TSR standards
Instructional quality
Issue:
Write-ups
Corrective action
Termination when necessary

This role requires enforcement, not tolerance.

4. Instructional Quality (TSR-Aligned Teaching)

Ensure teachers are:
Delivering structured, intentional lessons
Actively engaging students
Using curriculum effectively
Monitor:
Child engagement
Lesson execution
Classroom management
Ensure TSR coaching feedback is implemented consistently

5. Compliance & Audits

Ensure the center consistently passes:
Internal quality audits
Compliance reviews
Prevent:
Supervision violations
Safety risks
Licensing deficiencies
Maintain full operational readiness at all times

6. Operations & Daily Management

Oversee full daily operations (open to close)
Ensure:
Proper staffing and ratios
Smooth classroom transitions
Maintain organization of:
Supplies
Inventory
Classroom materials

7. Parent & Professional Communication

Handle parent concerns professionally
Maintain a structured, organized environment
Communicate policies clearly and enforce consistently

Non-Negotiable Expectations

Must be on time and professional at all times
Must enforce policies without hesitation
Must maintain a drug-free workplace
Must be detail-oriented and highly organized
Must be comfortable correcting staff and handling conflict
Must take full ownership of the center

Compensation

Base Salary: $40,000 – $50,000
Performance Bonus: Up to 10% based on:
Compliance
Labor
Operational performance

Qualifications

Associate’s degree required (Bachelor’s preferred) in Early Childhood Education or related field
Minimum 2+ years experience in a licensed childcare center
Prior leadership experience required (Assistant Director or higher preferred)
Must meet Texas Child Care Director qualification requirements
Strong understanding of:
Licensing
TRS / quality systems
Classroom management and staff supervision

Texas allows multiple education + experience pathways, but all require a combination of child development education and leadership experience in a licensed center.

What This Role Is NOT

Not a daycare babysitting role
Not a passive management position
Not an office-only job
Not for someone who avoids conflict

What Success Looks Like

Classrooms are consistently structured, engaged, and compliant
Staff follow expectations without constant reminders
The center passes audits without scrambling
Compliance issues are prevented, not reacted to
The center runs at a high level without owner involvement

Final Statement:

This role is responsible for the entire operation of the center. If something is not being done correctly, it is the Director’s responsibility to identify it, correct it, and ensure it does not happen again.

Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

Confidential

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