Director of Education

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

Your interest in this position and application isvery importantto us.We will respond to your application within one business day.

Our client is looking for an experienced leader to join their premier preschool inMesquite, TXasDirector of Education. The ideal candidate must be a self-starter who has extensive experience with quality, education, and leadership within a licensed preschool.

• This is a Direct Hire position with the school

• Full-Time; Monday-Friday; year-round employment

• Reports To: Executive Director

Compensation

• $45,000-$50,000/yearpending education, credentials, and professional Early Childhood Education experience.

• Performance bonus

Benefits

• Health, Dental & Vision insurance

• 401(k) available

• Paid Holidays

• PTO package with growth based on tenure

• Childcare tuition discounts

• Professional development opportunities and ongoing leadership support

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum implementation to meet student needs andmaintainTexas Rising Star (TRS) 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 classroomsobservingand coaching

• Conduct quarterly performance evaluations

• Develop teachers through mentorship and professional development

• Lead ongoing professional development opportunities to promote best practices in teaching and learning

• 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

Qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA) credential or equivalent

• 3-5+ years in an early childhood educationadmin role

• 5-7+years' experiencein licensed preschools

• Extensive knowledge of curriculum implementation, classroom management, and conscious discipline

• 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 skills for instructional decision-making

• Comfortable 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

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other relatedduties asassigned to meet the ongoing needs of the organization. #LEA111