Director of Early Childhood and Elementary Education Programs

Coulter Services; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Coulter Services seeks a Site Director to lead daily operations of a learning center in Dallas. You will oversee staff, programs, curriculum implementation, and overall educational quality to ensure exceptional outcomes for children.

The role emphasizes curriculum fidelity, regulatory compliance, safety, and strong family/community engagement to sustain an inclusive, high-performing site.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to lead educational programs and staff in a learning center.
• Deep understanding of child development and curriculum alignment.
• Experience building relationships with families, partners, and the community.
• Proficiency in maintaining safety, licensing, and regulatory standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day site operations, including staff leadership and program delivery.
• Ensure curriculum is implemented effectively and supports children’s development.
• Maintain licensing and regulatory compliance.
• Uphold safety standards and a child-centered learning environment.
• Oversee budgets, enrollment, and resource planning.
• Support and develop educators through coaching, training, and performance management.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families, school partners, and the community.
• Communicate proactively with families and stakeholders.
• Foster an inclusive, engaging culture for children and staff.

Skills

Leadership in education

Child development focus

Family & community relationships

Compliance & safety management

Site operations oversight

Job description

Site Director

to lead daily operations for an early childhood and elementary learning center, overseeing staff, programs, curriculum implementation, and overall educational quality.

• Manage day-to-day site operations, including staff leadership and program delivery
• Ensure curriculum is implemented effectively and supports children’s development
• Maintain licensing and regulatory compliance
• Uphold safety standards and a child-centered learning environment
• Oversee budgets, enrollment, and resource planning
• Support and develop educators through coaching, training, and performance management
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families, school partners, and the community
• Communicate proactively with families and stakeholders
• Foster an inclusive, engaging culture for children and staff

Qualifications/Skills:

strong leadership in education, passion for child development, relationship-building with families and community partners, and the ability to manage compliance, safety, and site performance.