Center Director - Elyson, TX

Company Summary

Amazing Explorers Academy is a new concept in pre-school learning that is setting a higher standard for early childhood education. Our company is currently experiencing rapid expansion both via franchising and corporate-owned locations in Texas, Florida and eventually, nationwide.

The entire Amazing Explorers Academy preschool experience is designed to provide the youngest among us with a “vision of the future” via a truly innovative early learning environment that is unlike any other. It was created by a taskforce of leading thinkers in a broad range of multidisciplinary fields including university professors, technology experts and community leaders. They realized that early childhood is the critical moment when humans are most open to learning and exploration. Therefore, it is the most crucial period for introducing the skills and concepts that will be essential for success in the 21st century and beyond.

STEAM Exploration

Unlike many traditional preschools that simply provide basic daycare, each Amazing Explorers Academy location is expressly formulated to deliver a comprehensive educational curriculum that inspires both “confidence” and “passion” in the areas of science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) at the earliest possible age. Aside from having a dedicated STEAM activity area that is central to the school’s design, these topics are incorporated into every possible situation, from the guided “play” of the youngest learners to the “project-based learning” of older students. The result is better problem solving, more creativity, openness to collaboration and enhanced critical thinking. These are just some of the essential “life skills” that our Amazing Explorers Academy parents are truly excited about when they decide to enroll their children at one of our locations.

Technology and Innovation

Amazing Explorers Academy is constantly innovating in terms of facilities, curriculum, safety, programming, and team development. We are committed to using advanced technology in every possible aspect of our business, from the in-class cameras that give both parents and staff a sense of security and transparency, to our custom AEA mobile app which promotes better teacher-parent communication about important daily events, achievement and student milestones. We are reducing paperwork, classroom clutter and waste by moving old-fashioned forms or reports to modern electronic versions. And, we are implementing advanced online systems for staff training, onboarding and daily school management, thereby ensuring that every member of our team has every possible resource to be Amazing, right at their fingertips.

Join Us!

Now is the moment to join a fast-growing, highly motivated, future oriented team of child care and education specialists who are committed to creating a better tomorrow today. If you have ever imagined helping our most eager and adaptable young learners develop the skills and interests that will be most relevant for success in the 21st century and beyond,, come be a part of something special.

Job Description | Director

RESPONSIBLE TO Area Manager and/or Owner of the School

JOB SUMMARY The core role of Director is the day-to-day management of every aspect of one of our unique Amazing Explorers Academy locations, ensuring that all elements of the innovative curriculum, comprehensive childcare approach and staff development process are implemented in accordance with AEA corporate standards as well as the guidelines of all State, Federal and Local regulatory agencies. This involves broad oversight of every age group and every classroom, including in our unique STEAM experience area, outdoor playground and other on-site amenities.

Our ideal candidate has a genuine love for children as well as a strong desire to guide and mentor a team of teaching professionals from a range of backgrounds and experience levels. He or she will supervise teachers assigned to each classroom and together, with the Assistant Director, help to select, supervise, and train teachers for each program. The end result will be an environment of social, physical and intellectual stimulation for children, the staff and the community.

Candidates must have a solid knowledge of medium to large childcare facility management, early education theory, childcare accreditation requirements, general business operation skills and financial planning competence. He or she will be responsible for opening and closing of the school at least 50% of the time and may be required at any moment to step into another role (teacher, assistant, etc.) if necessary to maintain appropriate child-teacher ratios. All required training is paid and there is ample room for personal growth and development within the organization.

JOB DUTIES, TASKS AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Operations and Financial

• Day to day school management
• Hiring and staffing
• Onboarding, training and evaluations
• Curriculum implementation
• Budgets and purchases
• Tuition and payroll management
• Manage filing and documentation
• Quality control
• Substitute for all roles (front desk, cook, driver, etc.)

Sales and Marketing

• Events management
• Local community outreach
• Customer acquisition and retention
• Tours and followup
• Registration and enrollment
• Monthly newsletter
• Social media posts

Compliance

• Child care state regulations
• Staffing regulations
• Classroom ratios
• AEA policies and procedures
• Safety and incident reports
• Reports abuse/neglect
• Monthly fire drills
• Quarterly emergency evacuation drills

Facilities

• Playground and equipment inspections
• Fire inspection
• Fire extinguisher yearly inspections
• AC filter bi-monthly inspections
• Bus maintenance inspections
• Manage cleaning and maintenance
• Opening/closing procedures
• Security

Technology

• Expert understanding of AEA App
• Consistent data entry and updates
• Manage phone system, iPads, computers, etc.
• Manage surveillance video footage for classrooms
• Proficient in email etiquette, email use, and Google Drive platform

MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Must meet state licensing requirements for the Director position.
• Must meet all standards and requirements relating to background checks, fingerprinting, education and experience as set by the state and accreditation agent.
• Required an Associate Degree in any field.
• Prefer a bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, child development or related field.
• Must have at minimum four (4) years of experience in a licensed childcare facility and at least two (2) years of management or supervisory experience.
• Must be able to communicate, both verbally and in writing, in the English language.
• Must meet Company driving standards where applicable.
• Travel approximately 5-20% of the time

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Experience:

• Director: 2 years (Required)
• Childcare: 4 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Required)
• Director's Credential (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Katy, TX 77493: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person