Campus Director

Child Care Associates; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading child development organization in Fort Worth is seeking a Campus Director to oversee daily operations of a Child Development Center. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with licensing standards, managing budgets, supervising staff, and fostering community relationships. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, a State Director Credential, and at least five years of relevant experience. This role offers a significant opportunity to impact early childhood education positively.

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years of experience as a director or administrator in an accredited or certified program.
• Strong knowledge of state licensing regulations and effective facility utilization.
• Must meet all health and safety requirements, including a background check.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with licensing requirements and regulations.
• Provide leadership and supervision for all center staff.
• Manage budgets and track expenses to ensure financial stability.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of state licensing regulations

Leadership

Budget management

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

State Director Credential

Tools

ChildPlus system

Computer applications

Job description

Child Care Associates is an equal opportunity employer who offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, pregnancy, mental or physical disability, political affiliation, beliefs, protected veteran status in accordance with applicable federal laws, or any other protected class.

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development & Family Studies, Early Childhood Special Education, Elementary Education, or a related field such as Human Services or Public Administration.
• A State Director Credential is required, along with a minimum of five (5) years of experience as a director or administrator in an accredited or certified program.
• Strong knowledge of state licensing regulations, minimum standards, and effective facility utilization.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to interact effectively with staff, parents, and children at all levels.
• Proficiency in computer use and related software applications.
• Reliable, insured vehicle for work-related transportation.
• Must meet all health and safety requirements, including:
  Passing a pre-employment and/or periodic physical exam
  Annual TB screening
  Background check and renewals as required

Physical Requirements:

The physical requirements for this position are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Must be able to frequently walk, stand and sit for extended time periods;
• Repetitive use of hands; reaching and turning;
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds; light lifting of supplies and materials;
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and the ability to adjust focus;
• Must be able to twist, turn, kneel, bend and stoop, and
• Must be able to monitor children’s safety in activities when needed.

Responsibilities:

The Campus Director is responsible for the comprehensive leadership, strategic oversight, and efficient day-to-day management of all aspects of a Child Development Center. This includes ensuring the delivery of high-quality early childhood education, maintaining compliance with licensing and regulatory standards, supervising and supporting staff, overseeing curriculum implementation, managing budgets and resources, fostering strong relationships with families and the community, and creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate environment for children. The Director serves as the primary point of contact for operational decisions, staff performance, and program effectiveness, ensuring that the center runs smoothly and aligns with the organization’s mission, goals, and values.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ensure compliance with state licensing requirements, Minimum Standards, and all applicable health and safety regulations.
• Provide leadership, support, and daily supervision for all center staff.
• Provide regular classroom coverage as assigned, including lunch break support, in alignment with leadership team responsibilities.
• Manage assigned budget, track expenses and ensure financial stability of the campus.
• Evaluate staff performance and provide feedback in alignment with organizational policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of in-kind contributions and program data.
• Support recruitment and enrollment efforts to ensure full program participation.
• Ensure the facility and playground are clean, safe, well-maintained, and that all equipment is functioning properly.
• Assist with documentation related to children’s health, nutrition, disabilities, mental health, and educational development.
• Manage and sustain the Volunteer Program in accordance with company policies.
• Coordinate parent engagement initiatives, including organizing parent groups, conducting meetings, and encouraging involvement in center activities.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for each child, including health documentation, home visits, service referrals, assessments, and parent agreement
• Ensure timely submission of child and family information for data entry into the ChildPlus system by weekly deadlines.
• Oversee food inventory documentation and USDA meal counts in compliance with applicable standards.
• Maintain up-to-date employee records onsite as required by licensing and HR policies; submit updates to Human Resources as necessary.
• Collaborate with the Family Support Assistant to help families access social services and community resources.
• Lead recruitment efforts to maintain full enrollment across all programs.
• Collect childcare fees (if applicable) and ensure timely, accurate accounting.
• Promote a high-quality learning environment by promptly addressing concerns and enforcing company policies and procedures.
• Foster a positive, collaborative working relationship with the Regional Director and Coordinators to support a professional and effective workplace culture.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.