Childcare Center Director

Your interest in this position and application is very important to us. We will respond to your application within one business day.Preschool Head of School – Early Childhood EducationLocation: Argyle, TX 76226Compensation: $60,000 – $70,000 base salary + generous monthly enrollment bonusSchedule: Full-Time | Monday–FridayAre you a confident, relationship-driven leader passionate about early childhood education? We are seeking an experienced Head of School to lead a well-established early learning center in Argyle serving Infants through Pre-K students.This is an exciting opportunity for a strong leader who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys building relationships with families and staff, and is ready to take ownership of a successful school with a strong reputation in the community.The school has been operating since 2004 and is accredited as a TRS Four Star program. The center currently serves 130+ children with licensed capacity for continued growth and expansion.Compensation & BenefitsBase salary: $60,000 – $70,000+Monthly enrollment bonus: Earn $300 for every net enrollment gained in a single monthHealth, Dental & Vision insurance401(k) availablePaid HolidaysPTO package with growth based on tenureChildcare tuition discountsProfessional development opportunities and ongoing leadership supportAbout the RoleAs the Head of School, you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the school, lead and support staff, maintain licensing and TRS standards, drive enrollment growth, and create a positive, welcoming environment for children, families, and teachers.This role offers a high level of autonomy and decision-making authority within established organizational standards. We are looking for someone who is visible, proactive, organized, and confident in leading both people and operations.Key ResponsibilitiesLead daily school operations and ensure a safe, positive learning environmentSupervise, coach, and support teaching and administrative staffBuild strong relationships with families and maintain high parent satisfactionMaintain compliance with Texas licensing minimum standards and TRS requirementsSupport enrollment growth and community outreach initiativesManage scheduling, staffing, and operational workflowsOperate effectively within an established budgetPartner with ownership and leadership on school goals and performanceMaintain strong school culture and staff engagementUtilize childcare management software and administrative systems effectivelyQualifications RequiredTexas Director Credential (required)Minimum 5 years of leadership experience in a childcare, preschool, or early education settingKnowledge of Texas licensing regulationsExperience supervising teams of 15+ staff membersExperience managing schools/programs with 100+ enrolled childrenEnrollment growth and marketing experienceStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to lead independently and take ownership of school operationsPreferredBachelor’s degree in Education, Business, or related fieldExperience with TRS standards and accreditationExperience with: Google Workspace, Brightwheel, ProCare, etc.What We’re Looking ForThe ideal candidate is:Confident and decisiveThrives with both with leadership-autonomy and collaborative supportOutgoing and relationship-orientedCooperative and team-focusedOrganized and operationally strongComfortable being highly visible within the schoolPassionate about early childhood education and leadershipWhy Join Us?This is an opportunity to lead a respected and established school with strong community roots, supportive ownership, and the freedom to truly make an impact. The previous director was deeply valued by staff and families, and we are looking for someone who can continue building that trust while bringing strong leadership and operational confidence to the role.If you are an experienced childcare leader looking for a long-term opportunity with autonomy, support, and growth potential, we encourage you to apply today.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.