Director in Training
About the role
Child Development Schools has been lighting up the lives of over 30,000 kiddos across 11 states since 1988. Headquartered in Austin, TX, we proudly operate 260+ centers under our three well-known and trusted brands — Childcare Network, Sunrise Preschools, and My Small Wonders. We're all about creating safe, fun, and inspiring spaces where children from six weeks to twelve years old can thrive and shine.
Director-in-Training program
Our Director-in-Training program is your ticket to becoming a superstar School Director. This is a vibrant, hands-on 3-month adventure, including a one-week onsite boot camp in Clayton, NC, where you'll dive into everything from hiring your dream team and mastering budgets to rocking marketing and curriculum know-how. Complete the program with flying colors, and you could snag a permanent spot as School Director.
Responsibilities
- Rolling up your sleeves for hands-on training in hiring, team-building, budgeting, marketing, and curriculum magic
- Leading recruitment, training, and supporting your amazing staff while keeping everything state-compliant
- Supervising and inspiring your team, juggling staffing schedules, and handling substitutes like a pro
- Building warm, lasting connections with families and staff — because people matter most
- Hosting fun, informative tours that welcome new families into our community
- Keeping your school safe, sparkling clean, and ready for every day's adventure
- Tackling administrative tasks (billing, payroll, records) with ninja-like precision
- Pitching in with whatever it takes — from cooking to cleaning to classroom fun
Benefits
- Up to 50% off childcare tuition for your little ones
- Health, dental, and vision insurance that's got your back
- Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days because downtime is important
- Free access to online training — grow your skills from anywhere
- Education assistance to fuel your learning journey
- 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions — start planning your future today