Bilingual Floating Preschool Center Director (Spanish/English)

About the role

Kïdo International Preschool is seeking a Bilingual Preschool Director in Training to support multiple Houston-area schools. This leadership development role is designed for experienced early childhood leaders who are ready to grow into leading their own preschool.

Responsibilities

• Support Leadership: Step in to cover and support Center Directors, ensuring seamless school operations and building positive relationships with children, families, and the team at each location.
• Collaborate: Partner closely with our Houston Center Directors as part of a peer leadership team.
• Team Development: Train, mentor, and inspire teachers and leaders to deliver exceptional care and education.
• Family Engagement: Build meaningful connections with families, ensuring their needs are understood and met.
• Operational Excellence: Oversee compliance, health & safety, and licensing requirements.
• Business & Enrollment: Support enrollment initiatives, marketing, and budget management.
• Curriculum & Learning: Partner with our curriculum team to implement engaging, modern early childhood programs.
• Future Leadership: Prepare for the opportunity to eventually take on your own school as a Director.

Requirements

• Fluent in both Spanish and English (Required)
• 2–4 years of experience as a Center Director in a licensed preschool (preferably 150–200+ children) (Required)
• Current Texas Director’s Credential (Required)
• CDA, associate’s, or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (Preferred)

Qualifications

• Passionate about preschool leadership, bilingual education, and making a lasting impact on children, families, and teaching teams.

Skills

• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Experience with Reggio Emilia, Montessori, and research-based teaching practices
• Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with children, families, and colleagues
• Proficiency in Spanish and English

Benefits

• Competitive salaries at all levels, with regular opportunities for raises
• Bonus opportunities
• 100% discount on childcare for your children ages 18 months–5 years
• A paid day off to celebrate your birthday
• Tuition reimbursement & professional development support
• 2 weeks of PTO + an additional week of sick time
• Paid holidays
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage with generous employer subsidies
• Life insurance & short-term disability (premiums covered by Kido)

Pay

Competitive salaries at all levels, with regular opportunities for raises.

Schedule

Flexible schedule to accommodate the needs of the position and the school.