Director of Early Education & Teacher Growth

Hire Up Recruiting; Mesquite (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental & Vision insurance

401(k) available

Paid Holidays

PTO with growth based on tenure

Childcare tuition discounts

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Hire Up Preschool in Mesquite, TX seeks a Director of Education to lead curriculum, teacher coaching, and family engagement. The role is on-site in a licensed preschool with a strong focus on TRS/NAEYC standards and staff development.

The Director reports to the Executive Director and leads educational initiatives, assessments, and instructional improvement across classrooms. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• CDA credential or equivalent required.
• 3-5+ years in an early childhood education admin role.
• 5-7+ years in licensed preschools.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum implementation and classroom management.
• Experience with Texas Rising Star and NAEYC accreditation standards.
• Strong skills in classroom observation, assessment, and teacher coaching.
• Leadership, mentorship, and partnership abilities.
• Data analysis for instructional decision-making.
• Proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum implementation to meet student needs and maintain Texas Rising Star standards.
• Manage classroom setup, materials, and child portfolios.
• Coordinate staff training with the Executive Director.
• Collaborate on curriculum alignment and assessment across subjects.
• Spend 60-70% of time in classrooms observing and coaching.
• Conduct quarterly performance evaluations.
• Develop teachers through mentorship and professional development.
• Lead ongoing professional development opportunities to promote best practices.
• Monitor student data to inform instruction.
• Report on classroom performance and evaluation results.
• Lead family engagement initiatives.
• Manage monthly calendars and seasonal planning.
• Collaborate on site priorities and program goals.
• Foster positive relationships with students, families, and staff.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Mentorship

Teacher coaching

Data analysis

Excel/Sheets

Curriculum implementation

Observation

Collaboration

Problem-solving

Education

CDA credential or equivalent

Tools

Excel/Google Sheets

Job description

Hire Up Preschool in Mesquite, TX seeks a Director of Education to lead curriculum, teacher coaching, and family engagement. The role is on-site in a licensed preschool with a strong focus on TRS/NAEYC standards and staff development.

The Director reports to the Executive Director and leads educational initiatives, assessments, and instructional improvement across classrooms. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered.