Licensed Childcare Center Director — Growth & Operations Leader

Celebree; Leander (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Team building

Child care discounts

Paid holidays

Career development

Company parties

Competitive salary

Parental leave

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

Celebree School Director in Texas leads talent, brand, and daily operations, reporting to the Franchise Owner. You drive the mission by nurturing staff, ensuring operational excellence, and building community relationships to help children grow big and small.

You will oversee staffing, licensing compliance with HHSC, enrollment, parent communication, and partnerships with local families, while setting high standards for service and student development.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of documented leadership or managerial experience.
• Minimum of 2 years serving as Center Director for a licensed childcare center with 200+ students.
• Verifiable Texas HHSC licensing record as a Center Director.
• Must meet Texas state requirements to be a licensed Center Director.
• Highly accountable, self-motivated, proactive problem-solver, detail-oriented.
• Fluent English (written and verbal) and legal US work authorization.

Responsibilities

• Identify, attract, and hire top-tier talent; support staff growth with training and coaching.
• Ensure HHSC compliance with childcare regulations and Celebree policies.
• Oversee daily center operations: scheduling, budgeting, records, safety, admin tasks.
• Foster a welcoming culture, excellent customer service, and strong parent communication.
• Lead operational improvements and collaborate with the Owner on strategy.

Skills

Leadership Experience

Center Director Experience

HHSC Licensing Knowledge

State Director Credentials

Accountability

Communication & Work Authorization

Job description

Celebree School Director in Texas leads talent, brand, and daily operations, reporting to the Franchise Owner. You drive the mission by nurturing staff, ensuring operational excellence, and building community relationships to help children grow big and small.

You will oversee staffing, licensing compliance with HHSC, enrollment, parent communication, and partnerships with local families, while setting high standards for service and student development.