Daycare Director

DAYCARE DIRECTOR

Blocks and Tots 2 Learning Center

Join Our Leadership Team!

Blocks and Tots 2 Learning Center is seeking an experienced, dependable, and motivated Daycare Director who is passionate about early childhood education and committed to creating a safe, engaging, and high-quality learning environment for children and families.

We are looking for a leader who can confidently manage daily operations, support teachers, communicate with families, maintain compliance, and help our center continue to grow.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

At least 3 years of childcare leadership or management experience is required.

Candidates should have demonstrated knowledge or experience with:

• Texas Rising Star (TRS) standards, documentation, and quality initiatives
• Early childhood curriculum and lesson-plan implementation
• Teacher supervision, coaching, and professional development
• Childcare licensing requirements and compliance
• Daily childcare center operations and administration
• Marketing, enrollment, and community outreach
• Family engagement and parent communication
• Recordkeeping and required childcare documentation
• Childcare management/documentation systems
• Flexible scheduling based on center and staffing needs
• Inspection preparation and maintaining licensing standards

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

The Director will be responsible for helping oversee the overall operation and quality of the center, including:

• Managing daily center operations
• Supervising, supporting, and holding staff accountable
• Ensuring classrooms follow curriculum and lesson-plan expectations
• Monitoring classroom quality and teacher-child interactions
• Maintaining TRS documentation and supporting quality improvement efforts
• Ensuring required records and licensing documentation remain current
• Communicating professionally with parents and families
• Supporting enrollment and retention efforts
• Developing and assisting with marketing initiatives
• Helping coordinate center events and family engagement activities
• Addressing staff and parent concerns professionally
• Assisting with hiring, onboarding, training, and staff development
• Monitoring attendance, classroom ratios, schedules, and staffing needs
• Preparing the center for licensing and quality inspections
• Maintaining a clean, safe, organized, and welcoming learning environment

LICENSING & COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS

Applicants must have all required and updated licensing information, credentials, training records, and documentation necessary for the position.

Candidates must be able to provide applicable documentation upon request.

Employment is contingent upon successfully meeting applicable childcare licensing, background-check, and employment requirements.

WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR

Our ideal Director is:

Experienced in childcare leadership

Organized and detail-oriented

Professional and dependable

A strong communicator

Comfortable managing staff and enforcing policies

Knowledgeable about early childhood development

Familiar with TRS and childcare quality standards

Comfortable with technology and digital documentation

Creative and knowledgeable about marketing and enrollment Flexible and willing to support the center when operational needs change

Family-focused and approachable

Able to work independently while also being a strong team leader

WHY JOIN BLOCKS AND TOTS 2?

We are looking for someone who wants to grow with our center—not simply fill a position.

As part of our leadership team, you will have the opportunity to:

Help shape and improve our childcare program Contribute to enrollment and center growth Support TRS quality initiatives. Develop and mentor teachers. Bring creative ideas for marketing and family engagement.Build meaningful relationships with families and staff .Make a direct impact on the quality of care and education children receive

We value leadership, accountability, communication, professionalism, and teamwork.

INTERVIEW REQUIREMENTS

To be considered for an interview, applicants should submit:

1. Updated ResumePlease include at least 3 years of childcare leadership/management experience.

2. Current Credentials & DocumentationApplicants should be prepared to provide applicable current licensing, training, and certification information.

3. TRS ExperiencePlease be prepared to discuss your experience with Texas Rising Star, including documentation, quality improvement, classroom observations, or other TRS-related responsibilities.

4. Curriculum ExperienceCandidates should be prepared to explain their experience implementing, monitoring, or supporting an early childhood curriculum.

5. Leadership ExperienceBe prepared to discuss how you have handled staff accountability, parent concerns, classroom challenges, and day-to-day center operations.

6. Marketing & Enrollment ExperienceCandidates may be asked to describe previous experience with marketing, community outreach, enrollment, or family engagement.

IMPORTANT

This position requires a Director who is hands-on, organized, flexible, and comfortable taking ownership of center operations.

If you are looking for a leadership position where you can make a difference in the lives of children, support teachers, partner with families, and help build a strong childcare program, we want to hear from you!

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit your updated resume through Indeed.

Qualified candidates will be contacted regarding the next step in the interview process.

• Blocks and Tots 2 Learning CenterBuilding strong foundations. Supporting growing minds. Creating a place where children can thrive.

Pay: $20.00 - $45.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Childcare
• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person