Assistant Director

About the role

We're partnering with a well-established licensed childcare center seeking an Assistant Director who enjoys balancing childcare leadership with administrative operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director with the daily operations of a licensed childcare center
• Aid in staff scheduling, classroom coverage, and maintaining required teacher-to-child ratios
• Oversee enrollment, parent communication, tours, and general office administration
• Prepare newsletters, documentation, reports, and other center communications
• Maintain organized student, staff, and licensing records
• Ensure compliance with Texas childcare licensing regulations and company policies
• Support staffing, onboarding, and administrative processes
• Build strong relationships with families, teachers, and the community
• Step into classrooms as needed to support operations and maintain a positive learning environment
• Help lead operational improvements while preparing for future Director responsibilities

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience working in a licensed childcare or early childhood education center
• Experience in an Assistant Director, Administrative Coordinator, Office Manager, Enrollment Coordinator, or similar childcare leadership role
• Strong knowledge of Texas childcare licensing and compliance
• Excellent organizational and administrative skills
• Strong computer proficiency, including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Experience with documentation, enrollment, filing, scheduling, newsletters, and parent communication
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• Texas Child Care Director License, or immediately eligible to obtain one
• Experience using childcare management software (ProCare, Brightwheel, etc.)
• Experience supporting enrollment growth and center operations