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Experienced , Organized Director for Accredited Preschool - Austin 78753

Austin, Texas, United States · On-site

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Job Summary The Site Director oversees the operations and management of the assigned school. Job Duties Oversee the daily operations of the site, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children.Lead …

Skills: Early Childhood Education, Staff Leadership, Budget Management, Curriculum Development, Compliance Monitoring

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Experienced , Organized Director for Accredited Preschool - Austin 78753

Open Door Preschools - Austin

Austin, Texas, United States • On-site

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  • Full-time
  • high school, associate degree, bachelor degree, professional certificate
  • Paid Time Off, Vacation, Sick Leave, Personal Leave, Holidays, Health Insurance
  • Posted 6d ago
  • Apply by Oct 19
  • ~40 hrs/week

Responsibilities

The Site Director manages the daily operations of an accredited preschool, ensuring a safe and educational environment while leading a team of educators. Responsibilities include maintaining licensing standards, managing budgets, and building strong relationships with families.

Requirements

Candidates must have a High School Diploma, a Director/Administrative credential, a CDA, and at least 5 years of classroom experience. Proficiency in child development best practices and familiarity with Texas Rising Star and NAEYC standards are required.

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Job Summary

The Site Director oversees the operations and management of the assigned school. 

 

Job Duties

  • Oversee the daily operations of the site, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and educational environment for children.
  • Lead and inspire a team of educators by fostering collaboration and communication.
  • Ensure the delivery of a high-quality early childhood education curriculum that promotes growth in cognitive, emotional, and social development.
  • Support teachers in their lesson planning, classroom management, and professional development through mentorship and feedback.
  • Regularly observe teachers’ performance and provide ongoing feedback to all direct reports to ensure that Open Door, licensing and the highest accreditation standards are maintained.
  • Build strong relationships with children and their families by communicating regularly and actively listening to their needs, concerns, and providing access support services as needed.
  • Ensure compliance with all licensing, safety, and accreditation standards in order to maintain the highest level of quality services are provided, and the center retains the highest recognition available.
  • Manage budgets, schedules, timekeeping, leave requests,and resources.
  • Lead by example, demonstrating an attitude of positive communication, problem solving, openness, patience, and firmness.
  • Exemplify the Open Door values of Equity, Village, Child-led and Play to ensure that the atmosphere of classrooms and the school is one of welcome and support to all children and families. 
  • Maintain optimal enrollment with timely response to inquiries, engaging school tours, and follow-up as needed.
  • Post jobs, hire, and onboard new staff.
  • Monitor staff training logs and identify training needs for staff to meet licensing standards and for professional development.
  • Submit staff and volunteer criminal background checks and fingerprinting.
  • Maintain staff files and student records.
  • Collaborate with Family CARES, Development, and Administrative team  on organizational priorities. 
  • Participate in and support community initiatives and fundraising events as needed.
  • Other duties as assigned.
 

Physical/Mental Requirements

  • Evenings and weekends as needed.
  • Must be able to lift up to 40-50 pounds.

Required Qualifications

  • High School Diploma 
  • Director/Administrative credential 
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) credential
  • CPR and first aid certifications
  • Minimum 5 years of classroom experience
  • Deep understanding of child development, early childhood curriculum, classroom management, and developmentally-appropriate best practices
  • Demonstrated familiarity with Child Care Regulations, minimum standards, Texas Rising Star requirements, and NAEYC best practices.
  • Demonstrated highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with staff, children, and families, and build trusting relationships.
  • Strong leadership and conflict resolution skills.
  • Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
  • Bilingual in English and Spanish
  • Demonstrated proficiency in Google Workspace, with the ability to efficiently create, manage, and collaborate on documents and projects.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the principles of inclusion and experience serving children with special needs. 

Job Type: Full time

 

Pay: Salary commensurate with experience

 

Benefits

  • Paid time off - vacation, sick leave, personal and holidays 
  • Health insurance
  • Disability insurance - fully paid by employer
  • Life insurance - fully paid by employer
  • Dental insurance - fully paid by employer
  • Vision insurance

Related keywords

Accredited PreschoolCDACPR CertificationFirst Aid CertificationTexas Rising StarNAEYCGoogle WorkspaceChild Care RegulationsEarly Childhood EducationInclusionSpecial NeedsStaff TrainingEnrollment Management

About Open Door Preschools - Austin

LinkedInVisit site
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1975
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
LinkedIn followers
195

Founded in 1975, the mission of Open Door Preschools is to nurture and inspire young children of diverse needs, economic levels, and family backgrounds in an engaging educational environment. We provide the highest quality early education available and are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Our three campuses offer a richly diverse environment for over 200 children from infant through pre-kindergarten and help lay a solid foundation for our students to become lifelong learners. Project Normalization, Inc. (dba Open Door Preschools) is a 501(c)3 corporation, and contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

Offices: PO Box 302527, Austin, Texas 78703, US

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About Open Door Preschools - Austin

LinkedInVisit site
Industry
Individual and Family Services
Company size
51-200 employees
Founded
1975
Headquarters
Austin, Texas
LinkedIn followers
195

Founded in 1975, the mission of Open Door Preschools is to nurture and inspire young children of diverse needs, economic levels, and family backgrounds in an engaging educational environment. We provide the highest quality early education available and are accredited by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC). Our three campuses offer a richly diverse environment for over 200 children from infant through pre-kindergarten and help lay a solid foundation for our students to become lifelong learners. Project Normalization, Inc. (dba Open Door Preschools) is a 501(c)3 corporation, and contributions are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law.

Offices: PO Box 302527, Austin, Texas 78703, US

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