Director of Education

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Our client is looking for an experienced leader to join their premier preschool in Mesquite, TXasDirector of Education. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter who has extensive experience with quality, education, and leadership within a licensed preschool.

• This is a Direct Hire position with the school

• Full-Time;
  Monday-Friday; year-round employment

• Reports To:
  
  Executive Director

• $45,000-$50,000/year pending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience.

• Performance bonus

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance

• 401(k) available

• Paid Holidays

• PTO package with growth based on tenure

• Childcare tuition discounts

• Professional development opportunities and ongoing leadership support

• Lead curriculum implementation to meet student needs and maintain
  
  Texas Rising Star (TRS) standards

• Manage classroom setup, materials, and child portfolios

• Coordinate staff training with the Executive Director

• Collaborate on curriculum alignment and assessment across subjects

• Spend 60-70% of time in classroomsobservingand coaching

• Conduct quarterly performance evaluations

• Develop teachers through mentorship and professional development

• Lead ongoing professional development opportunities to promote best practices in teaching and learning

• Monitor student data to inform instruction

• Report on classroom performance and evaluation results

• Lead family engagement initiatives

• Manage monthly calendars and seasonal planning

• Collaborate on site priorities and program goals

• Foster positive relationships with students, families, and staff

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent

• 3-5+ years in an early childhood education admin role

• 5-7+years' experience in licensed preschools

• Extensive knowledge of curriculum implementation, classroom management, and conscious discipline

• Experience with Texas Rising Star and NAEYC accreditation standards

• Strong skills in classroom observation, assessment, and teacher coaching

• Leadership, mentorship, and partnership abilities

• Data analysis skills for instructional decision-making

• Comfortable in Excel/Google Sheets

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background check

Note:

This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. #LEA
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