Job Description

Responsive recruiter Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

American Care Academy is seeking an experienced and degreed Childcare Center Director to lead daily operations, ensure regulatory compliance, and drive program excellence. This role requires a strong leader who can manage staff, maintain high-quality standards, and support enrollment growth in a structured early childhood environment.

RESPONSIBILITIESThe Director will manage the center daily operations by:

• Oversee daily center operations in compliance with Texas Child Care Licensing standards
• Supervise, train, and evaluate staff (teachers, assistants, support staff)
• Maintain compliance with inspections, ratios, and state regulations
• Manage enrollment, family engagement, and retention strategies
• Oversee scheduling, staffing, and operational efficiency
• Support curriculum implementation and classroom quality
• Maintain accurate records and reporting

Office Management Responsibilities

• Manage children files according to state and accreditation standards.
• Manage employee files according to state and accreditation standards.
• Manage purchase order processes.
• Process payments and monitor Academy receivables.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree required (Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field)
• Meets Texas Director licensing requirements
• Minimum 3–5 years of leadership experience in a licensed childcare center
• Strong knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards and licensing compliance
• Experience managing staff and center operations
• Strong communication and organizational skills

WORK EXPERIENCERequired

• Minimum 3 years of Early Childhood Education classroom experience with a licensed childcare provider.
• Minimum 2 years of Early Childhood Education management experience, supervising employees with a licensed childcare provider.
• Experience with enrollment growth and program development
• Experience in multi-classroom or large center environments

TRAINING AND LICENSES

• Child Development Associate
• Valid Driver’s License and clean driving record (past 2 years); Must be able to drive a 15 passenger van or minibus

Skills/ AbilitiesRequired

• Strong customer service skills
• Work independently without close supervision.
• Highly organized; ability to handle multiple concurrent assignments/projects.
• Ability to prioritize, organize and plan work under own initiative.
• Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.
• Ability to delegate tasks clearly and effectively.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Publisher, and PowerPoint)
• Experience with social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, etc.)
• Proficient knowledge of Texas Child Care Regulations Minimum Standards
• Knowledge of Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) processes and procedures
• Strong knowledge of Positive Discipline and Guidance

Preferred

• Knowledge of Minute Menu software
• Knowledge of ProCare Software
• Knowledge of Texas Rising Star Accreditation standards
• Knowledge of NAC or NAEYC Accreditation standards

Compensation: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

American Care Academy is a proud community leader with nationally and state-recognized accreditations from the Association of Early Learning Leaders and a 4-star rating from Texas Rising Star. New team members partner with an established fellow team member to learn how best to fulfill their role as an early education specialist, to get to know the families we serve, and quickly grow from newbie to expert.

Each center is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the center, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of each center. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the center location, and not to Grow Your Center Corporate.