Bilingual Preschool Office Manager Heights (Spanish/English)

Kido; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Kïdo International Preschool in Houston, TX is seeking an Office Manager who thrives on connecting with families and guiding them through enrollment. You’ll welcome prospective families, lead tours, and partner with teachers to showcase our unique blend of Reggio Emilia and Montessori-inspired learning.

In this role you’ll manage enrollment paperwork, maintain files, and drive family engagement from inquiry to enrollment.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED required.
• Bilingual: fluent reading/writing/speaking in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Welcome prospective families and lead engaging school tours.
• Guide families through the enrollment process and follow up after tours.
• Coordinate enrollment paperwork and maintain accurate files.
• Support marketing and community engagement to raise awareness of the school.

Skills

Relationship-building

Communication

Sales & Enrollment

Education

HS Diploma/GED

Job description

At Kïdo International Preschool , we’re combining the best practices of the early years from around the world to deliver a one-of-a-kind educational experience for children and families. By blending the teachings of Reggio Emilia and Montessori, we have created an environment that sparks inquisitiveness throughout all stages of learning and development.

Office Manager – Family Engagement & Enrollment

Help Families Find Their Child’s Happy Place!

Are you a natural relationship builder who loves connecting with families, creating memorable first impressions, and helping children thrive? Kido is looking for an enthusiastic, organized, and outgoing Office Manager who will play a key role in growing our school community!

This is more than an administrative position. As the face of our school, your primary responsibility will be to welcome prospective families, lead engaging school tours, build meaningful relationships, and guide families through the enrollment process. You will help families discover what makes Kido special and turn their first introduction into a lasting school partnership.

What You’ll Do

Drive Tours & Enrollment

• Serve as the first point of contact for prospective families, creating a warm, welcoming, and memorable experience from their very first inquiry.
• Lead engaging and informative school tours, showcasing our classrooms, curriculum, teachers, programs, and the unique Kido experience.
• Own the enrollment journey from initial inquiry through enrollment, including consistent follow-up with families after tours.
• Build relationships with prospective parents, answer questions, address concerns, and help families feel confident choosing Kido.
• Track and report weekly enrollment activity, including inquiries, tours, follow-ups, and completed enrollments.
• Take ownership of enrollment goals and identify opportunities to increase school enrollment.

Support Marketing & Community Engagement

• Help plan, coordinate, and execute school marketing and sales events from initial planning through implementation and prospective family follow-up.
• Support local marketing initiatives and community outreach to increase awareness of Kido.
• Find creative ways to spread the word about Kido and build an interactive, fun, and supportive school community.
• Create positive connections with local families and businesses that encourage referrals and positive word of mouth.

Create an Exceptional Family Experience

• Build positive, lasting relationships with enrolled families, children, and staff.
• Communicate regular
  ly with parents through in-person conversations and messaging, sharing updates, photos, and special moments that highlight each child's day and development.
• Respond promptly and professionally to parent and staff questions, requests, and needs.
• Be knowledgeable about all aspects of school operations so you can confidently communicate our programs, policies, curriculum, and daily routines to prospective and current families.

Administrative & Operational Support

• Collect and organize all required enrollment paperwork for new children.
• Ensure student files are complete, accurate, and compliant with state licensing and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain organized enrollment records and support the administrative needs of the school.
• Multitask effectively in a fast-paced environment while keeping family satisfaction and enrollment priorities at the forefront.

What We're Looking For

• A friendly, outgoing, and personable individual who genuinely enjoys connecting with people.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A natural salesperson who is comfortable leading tours, following up with prospective families, and confidently asking for the enrollment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining a positive, professional, and welcoming attitude.
• Strong follow-through and a sense of accountability for meeting enrollment goals.
• A passion for early childhood education and building a strong school community.

Required qualifications:

• HS Diploma/GED required
• At least 18 years of age
• Must be able to fluently read, write, and speak both Spanish and English
• Previous experience in childcare, education, admissions, customer service, sales, or marketing is a plus.

Why Join Kido?

At Kido, we believe strong relationships are at the heart of everything we do. In this role, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact by helping families find the right school for their children, supporting our educators, and building a vibrant community where children and families feel they belong.

If you love people, thrive on making connections, and are excited about helping a school grow, we'd love to meet you!

Discover more About Kïdo by visiting our website at : https://kidoschools.com/us/

As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced fingerprint-based background check. Kido is an equal opportunity employer.