Laura Ellison Child Development Center

Frisco ISD; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Frisco ISD seeks a Child Care Director to supervise and nurture children aged 0–5 in a childcare setting. You will plan and implement a structured learning program, ensure safety, and maintain strong parent communication. Strong teamwork with the center staff and director is essential to uphold quality standards across classrooms.

The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate practices, compliance with HHSC standards, and proficient use of Google Workspace for daily operations.

Qualifications

• Experience in a licensed childcare center is preferred.
• Must meet the Health and Human Services Department qualifications to work in a childcare facility.
• CPR and First Aid certificates are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement daily lesson plans and activities based on each child’s development and center goals.
• Collaborate with the director and center team to ensure continuity of curriculum and high standards in all classrooms.
• Gather and organize developmental data on a child’s growth through a portfolio system.
• Conduct biannual parent conferences and maintain notes in each child’s file.
• Assess development of children on an ongoing basis and engage all assigned children in learning activities.
• Maintain a friendly relationship and open communication with children and their parents.

Skills

Developmental practices

Communication

Google Workspace

Detail orientation

Education

High school diploma or GED

HHSC qualifications to work in a childcare facility

CPR/First Aid preferred

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Child Care Director

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Supervise, nurture, and provide all care necessary to children between the ages of 0 to 5 years old in a childcare setting. Plan and implement a structured learning program for children.

Education/Certification

• High school diploma or GED required
• Must meet the minimum qualifications set by the Health and Human Services Department to work in a childcare facility
• CPR and First Aid certificates preferred

Special Knowledge/Skills

• Understanding of developmentally appropriate practices for children
• Demonstrated sound judgment when caring for children’s safety and health
• Strong communication skills with both children and adults
• Ability to use software and Google Workspace for basic office and classroom applications
• Proficiency in web-based applications and ability to navigate and learn new online applications
• Detail-oriented organizational skills in a multi-task environment, working with frequent interruptions

Experience

Experience Providing Care In a Licensed Childcare Center Preferred

• Maintain knowledge of, and implement the standards established by, the Texas Health and Human Services Department.
• Engage in positive interactions with children to build confidence and self-esteem.
• Observe, monitor, and supervise groups of children as assigned both indoors and outdoors.
• Ensure child safety at all times.
• Provide individual attention to each child assigned.
• Ensure that all children maintain good hygiene.

Safety and Care of Children

• Maintain knowledge of, and implement the standards established by, the Texas Health and Human Services Department.
• Engage in positive interactions with children to build confidence and self-esteem.
• Observe, monitor, and supervise groups of children as assigned both indoors and outdoors.
• Ensure child safety at all times.
• Provide individual attention to each child assigned.
• Ensure that all children maintain good hygiene.

Classroom Instruction

• Develop and implement daily lesson plans and activities based on assessment of each child’s development and the goals of the center.
• Collaborate with the center team and director to ensure continuity of curriculum and high standards of quality in all classrooms in the center.
• Gather and organize developmental data on a child’s growth through a portfolio system.
• Conduct biannual parent conferences and maintain appropriate notes in each child’s file.
• Assess development of children on an ongoing basis.
• Engage all assigned children in learning activities.
• Evaluate children’s interactions with one another throughout the day to ensure social/emotional development, ensure positive relationships, and teach conflict resolution.
• Encourage children, model positive behavior, and promote compassion.
• Read to children daily.
• Engage children in fun activities, creative outlets, and free play daily.

Classroom Environment

• Maintain a clean, safe, and developmentally appropriate environment.
• Observe for and correct/report any hazardous conditions of the building, grounds, or equipment.
• Conduct general housekeeping tasks such as changing crib bedding, picking up toys, sweeping after meals, and restocking supplies.
• Develop and maintain a daily schedule for children.

Communication

• Develop a friendly relationship and open communication with each child and his/her parents.
• Maintain cooperative and productive relationships with parents and colleagues.
• Provide supervision, encouragement, and guidance for student workers, substitute teachers, volunteers, and others in the program.
• Communicate regularly with parents including daily charts, frequent updates, provision of lesson plans, and informal two-way communication.
• Record incidents involving children and ensure incidents are reported to parents.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Ensure regular communication of children’s progress and classroom activities.
• Frisco ISD retains the right to adjust the responsibilities and assignments of all positions as needed to meet the needs of the District.
• Frisco ISD is committed to fostering a collaborative work environment that honors and supports the social and emotional well-being of all. Employees are expected to interact in a manner that is becoming of educators and promotes high levels of productivity for the benefit of the students we serve.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

Must be able to

stoop, bend, and walk while carrying an infant up to 40lbs; move from standing to sitting on the floor without difficulty frequently throughout the day; safely lift and carry infants to/from changing table or crib; change an infant’s diaper; handle multiple tasks and individual needs of children at once; perform emergency evacuation procedures with ease, including lifting/loading 3-4 infants into a crib with wheels and rolling the crib outdoors to safety area.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.

The Frisco Independent School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants or employees because of race, national origin, gender, age, religion, or disability status of otherwise qualified individuals. FISD does not discriminate on the basis of membership or application for membership in the uniformed services.