Director of Education

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Our client is looking for an experienced leader to join their premier preschool in Mesquite, TX as Director of Education. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter who has extensive experience with quality, education, and leadership within a licensed preschool. 

• This is a Direct Hire position with the school 

• Full-Time; Monday-Friday; year-round employment 

• Reports To: Executive Director 

Compensation 

• $45,000-$50,000/year pending 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 

• Lead curriculum implementation to meet student needs and maintain Texas Rising Star (TRS) standards 

• Manage classroom setup, materials, and child portfolios 

• Coordinate staff training with the Executive Director 

• Collaborate on curriculum alignment and assessment across subjects 

• Spend 60-70% of time in classrooms observing and coaching 

• Conduct quarterly performance evaluations 

• Develop teachers through mentorship and professional development 

• Lead ongoing professional development opportunities to promote best practices in teaching and learning 

• Monitor student data to inform instruction 

• Report on classroom performance and evaluation results 

• Lead family engagement initiatives 

• Manage monthly calendars and seasonal planning 

• Collaborate on site priorities and program goals 

• Foster positive relationships with students, families, and staff 

Qualifications 

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent 

• 3-5+ years in an early childhood education admin role 

• 5-7+ years' experience in licensed preschools 

• Extensive knowledge of curriculum implementation, classroom management, and conscious discipline 

• Experience with Texas Rising Star and NAEYC accreditation standards 

• Strong skills in classroom observation, assessment, and teacher coaching 

• Leadership, mentorship, and partnership abilities 

• Data analysis skills for instructional decision-making 

• Comfortable in Excel/Google Sheets 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills 

• 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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