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Child Care Center Director

Location: Mini Scientist Academy
Position Type: Full-Time Leadership Role

Join a Place Where Leadership, Innovation & Children Thrive

We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and visionary Child Care Director with at least 4 years of leadership experience in early childhood education who is ready to lead a dynamic learning environment focused on excellence, innovation, and child development.

This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to build, inspire, and shape the future of young learners and educators within a growing STEM-focused early learning academy.

If you are a motivated leader who loves mentoring teachers, partnering with families, and creating high-quality programs, we invite you to become part of something truly special.

✨ Position Overview

The Child Care Director is responsible for overseeing daily center operations, ensuring compliance with Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards, maintaining exceptional educational quality, and fostering a positive culture for children, families, and staff.

The ideal candidate is organized, nurturing, solution-focused, and excited to lead a team committed to excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, coach, and inspire teaching staff to deliver high-quality early childhood education

• Recruit, train, and mentor educators to maintain a strong, positive workplace culture

• Conduct staff evaluations, professional development, and ongoing coaching

• Promote teamwork, accountability, and professional growth

Center Operations

• Oversee daily operations ensuring classrooms run smoothly and efficiently

• Maintain proper staffing ratios and scheduling

• Ensure a safe, clean, and nurturing environment for all children

• Manage enrollment, tours, and family engagement

Licensing & Compliance

• Ensure full compliance with Texas Licensing Minimum Standards

• Maintain required records, documentation, and inspections

• Prepare for licensing visits and quality rating programs

• Implement health, safety, and emergency procedures

Family & Community Engagement

• Build strong relationships with families through communication and support

• Address parent concerns professionally and compassionately

• Represent the center positively within the community

Program Excellence

• Support implementation of developmentally appropriate curriculum

• Promote STEM/STEAM learning experiences

• Maintain high standards in classroom instruction and child outcomes

✅ Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in a licensed child care or early childhood setting

• Previous leadership or management experience required

• Director Certification or ability to qualify under Texas Child Care Licensing

• Strong knowledge of state licensing regulations

• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills

• Passion for early childhood education and team development

• CPR/First Aid Certification (or willingness to obtain)

What Makes This Role Desirable

✨ Supportive ownership that values leadership input
✨ Opportunity to lead a growing, innovative academy
✨ Positive team culture focused on success
✨ Professional development and leadership growth opportunities
✨ Ability to make a lasting impact on children, families, and staff
✨ Competitive salary based on experience

Who Will Thrive Here?

Someone who:

• Loves leading people and building strong teams

• Takes pride in organization and excellence

• Enjoys solving challenges and improving systems

• Wants to grow with an expanding early education brand

• Believes every child deserves an inspiring start

Apply Today

If you are ready to lead with purpose, inspire educators, and help shape the next generation, we would love to meet you.

Join us and become a leader where innovation meets early childhood education.

HSA stipend

Mini Scientist Academy is a reputable, trusted child care center dedicated to providing a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children to grow, learn, and thrive. With a commitment to excellence in early childhood education, we offer a range of developmentally appropriate programs and activities designed to support the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development of each child in our care.