Assistant Preschool Director Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Now Hiring: Preschool Director

Colonial Hills United Methodist School

Colonial Hills United Methodist School is seeking an experienced, dedicated, and mission-driven Preschool Director to provide leadership and oversight for our Christ-centered early childhood program.

The Preschool Director serves as the educational and operational leader of the school, responsible for the overall success of the preschool, including daily operations, staff leadership, financial management, enrollment growth, curriculum excellence, licensing compliance, Texas Rising Star quality initiatives, family relationships, and partnership with Colonial Hills United Methodist Church.

We are looking for a collaborative leader who is passionate about early childhood education, building strong teams, supporting teachers, and creating an environment where children, families, and staff thrive.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience as a Director or Assistant Director in a licensed childcare or early childhood education setting
• High school diploma or equivalent (required minimum qualification under Texas Child Care Regulation)
• Texas Child Care Director Credential or actively working toward obtaining one
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Business Administration, or a related field
• Experience leading and maintaining Texas Rising Star certification and quality improvement initiatives
• Knowledge of Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation and Texas Minimum Standards
• Experience with curriculum implementation, teacher coaching, and classroom support
• Experience implementing Conscious Discipline® practices
• Experience with budgeting, forecasting, payroll oversight, and nonprofit financial management
• Experience with enrollment management, childcare billing systems, and family communication platforms

Responsibilities Include

• Overseeing all daily operations of the preschool
• Recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and retaining staff
• Maintaining licensing compliance and Texas Rising Star requirements
• Coordinating, securing, and overseeing required staff professional development and training
• Supporting teachers through curriculum leadership, coaching, and professional development
• Managing enrollment, attendance, billing, and childcare management systems such as Procare, Brightwheel, or similar platforms
• Developing and managing budgets, financial forecasts, and tuition recommendations
• Overseeing payroll and working with the school bookkeeper to ensure proper financial management
• Leading marketing, communications, social media, and enrollment initiatives
• Supporting fundraising efforts and community engagement
• Building strong relationships with families, staff, church leadership, and community partners
• Working collaboratively with the School Board, Pastor, and Facilities Coordinator of Colonial Hills United Methodist Church

The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate

• Strong leadership and organizational skills
• Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality
• Ability to work effectively with diverse personalities
• Commitment to early childhood education and Christian values

Position Details

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Occasional evenings and limited weekends required for school events, meetings, and church functions.

Salary: Competitive and based on education, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits Include:

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Childcare tuition discount
• Professional development opportunities

If you are an experienced early childhood leader who is passionate about creating an exceptional preschool experience and supporting children, families, and educators, we invite you to apply for the Preschool Director position at Colonial Hills United Methodist School.

Colonial Hills United Methodist School was founded in 1970, and since then we have been providing the best private toddler, Pre-K, and Kindergarten programs in San Antonio. Our mission is to provide a safe, loving environment that nurtures the whole child.
The educational experience your child will receive at CHUMS goes beyond the classroom to provide them with the key social-emotional skills necessary for future academic success. Although many people think of school readiness as academic preparedness, we ask parents look differently at what it means to be ready. School readiness skills, directly associated with academic success, are often referred to as “social and emotional health” skills. Research shows high quality toddler, preschool and Kindergarten programs provide one the best opportunities to prepare your child for their academic career. Our hands-on activities and discovery methods of learning, in conjunction with Conscious Discipline, provide the tools necessary to be not only successful in school, but also successful in life.
We invite you to join our family and discover the power of learning through play and the deep rich culture of our school.