Preschool & Daycare Center Serving Houston, TX

The Director is responsible for the daily operations of our center. They ensure a safe and educational environment for young children, manage teaching staff, develop curricula in coordination with teachers, communicate with parents, and uphold the center’s reputation.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Implement school and licensing policies, procedures, & systems
• Check email daily
• Log into Procare© daily & ensure everything is updated & correct
• Implement requirements of contracts including but not limited to the Food program, TRS, etc.
• Seek and acquire resources that enhance the program for children & families
• Ensure all permits are up-to-date and renewed when needed
• Periodically check that classroom checklists are completed daily
• Meet with the Parent Engagement Specialist to ensure CRM is updated quarterly
• Conduct infant & toddler observations
• Hold monthly one-on-one staff evaluations
• Ensure monthly & yearly fire drill/safety drills are done on time

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Maintain First Aid/CPR
• Already has, or is working to meet the Texas state requirements for a State license as a Center Director
• Maintain 24 training hours yearly

The Assistant Director is responsible for supporting the overall day-to-day operations of the center and reports to the Director. The Assistant Director consistently follows through with all duties & miscellaneous duties as assigned in a competent & timely manner.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Check email daily
• Review & coordinate Leave of Absence forms
• Review lesson plans & help the Curriculum Specialist with corrections
• Input lates & absences
• Assumes major responsibility for staff schedule & labor budget
• Coordinate staff meetings & training sessions, as well as maintain staff training hours
• Ensure staff records are in compliance with licensing
• Acts as the Human Resource Specialist which includes, but is not limited to, recruiting, screening, interviewing, onboarding, placing, conducting, & analyzing exit interviews for all employees
• Daily audit of Pre-K classrooms to ensure the use of lesson plans, curriculum, & checklists
• Ensure that payroll is correct & submitted on time
• Create the agenda for teacher in-service days
• Ensure that teachers are scheduling and performing Parent-Teacher conferences
• Conduct student vision, hearing, & lice screenings yearly

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Maintains CPR/First Aid
• Already has, or is working to meet the Texas state requirements for a State license as a Center Director
• Maintain 24 training hours

The Enrollment Specialist is responsible for assessing applications, handling documentation, collecting information, entering data, & providing high-quality client service. To be a successful Enrollment Specialist, you should be able to assess the eligibility of candidates for specific programs, make recommendations, & maintain meticulous records.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Schedule & conduct school tours
• Collect all enrollment documents & ensure they are complete and accurate
• Process enrollments & dis-enrollments 
• Update the enrollment availability spreadsheet weekly
• Ensure that student files contain all necessary documents at all times
• Be the main point of contact for all applicants & parent/student prospects
• Maintain knowledge of tuition prices & program updates  
• Assist with billing & payment processing

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Excellent customer service 
• Strong organizational & time management skills
• Ability to multitask & prioritize

The Parent Engagement Coordinator is responsible for parental engagement & involvement through CRM by ensuring all data is pre-loaded into the system on a quarterly basis.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Maintain communication with all new & previous leads
• Input new phone leads into the system
• Enter all events on the quarterly calendar  (birthdays, closures, parent meetings, etc.)
• Compose & send emails/texts to parents as needed
• Print & distribute FP attendance and any other attendance papers at the beginning of each month (This includes the kitchen)
• Maintain a clean workspace

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Excellent Customer service
• Strong organizational & time management skills
• Ability to multitask & prioritize

The cook plans, prepares, serves, and documents all meals & snacks for the center. Accurately follows the cycle menus in accordance with programs budget and state & federal nutritional program guidelines. Keeps an accurate inventory of food & supplies; order inventory as needed.

The cook oversees operations of the food program, including hygiene & sanitation, meal planning, & preparation.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Ensures adherence to FPA guidelines and all public health regulations regarding food storage & prep
• Plans/maps food & supply purchases
• Obtains & retains child nutrition labels
• Develops 4-week menu with Directors approval
• Attends FPA conferences, workshops, & trainings as needed
• Uses proper hygiene protocols (handwashing, gloves, hair nets, etc.) when preparing and serving meals & snacks
• Distributes meals & snacks to classrooms at the appropriate temperatures
• Stores food at appropriate temperature
• Faxes all meal production, receipts, & time distribution reports on a weekly/monthly basis
• Maintains a safe & sanitary kitchen
• Washes food preparation items using sanitizing methods determined by the health department
• Keeps kitchen counters, cabinets, shelves, veggie/fruit rack, pantry, appliances, and all work areas clean & free from hazards & rodents
• Relieve co-workers for restroom breaks, lunch breaks, etc.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• No experience necessary—we provide training!
• Willing to listen, learn, & apply best efforts
• Maintains CPR/First aid

The Grounds Maintenance person cleans the buildings, equipment, & furnishings of the school. They ensure the common areas, offices, & classrooms stay clean. They also maintain clean  equipment and ensure all cleaning supplies are stocked at all times. They perform general repairs that do not require a specialized technician as well as routine maintenance on building systems.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• General cleaning of the building—keeping it maintained & in good condition
• Vacuum, sweep, & mop all floors
• Cleaning & stocking restrooms
• Clean up spills with appropriate equipment
• Assist teachers with sanitizing toys & other classroom equipment
• Perform minor repairs; Notify directors of major repairs
• Collect & dispose of trash
• Keep cleaning supplies in stock at all times
• Complete tasks in a timely manner with minimal supervision

Requirements/Qualifications:

• No experience needed—we provide training!
• Ability to lift at least 25 pounds
• Works well when supervisors are not present
• Is able to maintain positive relationships with other staff & children

Ride along on the van/bus to help the driver ensure the safe & orderly transportation of students.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Conduct a walk through of van/bus to ensure there is no trash & that all seatbelts are in working order
• Collect students from designated pick up area at each stop
• Check & document each student’s temperature upon entry of the vehicle
• Ensure each student sits in their assigned seat & straps on their seat belt
• Conduct name-to-face checks (Ex: entry of vehicle, exit from vehicle, arrival in classroom, etc.)
• Conduct a walk through of the van/bus to ensure nothing and no one was left behind

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Pleasant/Friendly demeanor with an outgoing personality
• Excellent communication, customer service, & problem solving skills
• Maintain First Aid/CPR

The Curriculum Specialist helps with the day-to-day operations of the classroom by developing new curricula or improving existing curricula. They conduct research & make recommendations to the administration. They also work with teachers & administrators to evaluate existing curricula and assess the quality of instruction.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Use current curriculum to revise or create new classroom lesson plans 
• Organize & set Parent Teacher conferences (in person or via zoom) with approval from Assistant director
• Revise classroom schedules in collaboration with each classroom’s teacher
• Update calendars posted around the center monthly (Ex. birthdays, holidays, upcoming training, etc)
• Maintain knowledge of employee relations, such as, but not limited to, birthdays & anniversaries
• Create & maintain a classroom management system that keeps track of supplies, equipment, checklists, name tags, etc.

Requirements/Qualifications:

• Pleasant/friendly demeanor with an outgoing personality
• Excellent communication, customer service, & problem solving skills
• Strong computer skills

The Lead Teacher is responsible for implementing best practice child care & child supervision strategies; as well as for developing & implementing a stimulating program & curriculum that promotes the social, emotional, & physical development of each child enrolled in our program. The development of these activities within the program and/or curriculum must align with the New York State Common Core State Standards (CCSS) for English Language Arts & Mathematics.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Assist in the supervision of children to maintain the overall health, safety, & wellbeing of each child in care
• Discuss assigned duties with classroom teachers in order to coordinate instructional efforts
• Maintain a well-organized, clean, sanitary, safe, & attractive classroom environment conducive to the optimal development of children. This includes cleaning surfaces, equipment, toys, & removing garbage
• Serve & feed children approved or provided meals. Must be conscious of food allergies & restrictions
• Change diapers, toilet train, and/or assist each child with going to the bathroom as needed
• Maintain records on each child’s attendance, progress, & development for the purpose of planning & compliance with the ELG, PKFCC, OR CCSS
• Participate in mandatory staff meetings, training, center activities, & staff development
• Conduct appropriate developmental screenings & formal assessments for each child as assigned
• Review each individual child’s developmental progress & create individual plans for improvement
• Develop a positive relationship with each child and promote the development of self-esteem & self-discipline
• Establish a positive professional relationship & open line of appropriate communication with each child’s family & share information about the child’s day at the center
• Plan & implement the daily program based on principles of child development & in accordance with the class curriculum, standards/goals, & State regulations
• Assist children individually or in small groups in order to help them master assignments & reinforce learning concepts 
• Enforce & abide by all company policies, regulations, administration instructions, & rules governing students
• Organize & label materials
• Provide appropriate additional assistance and/or lesson differentiation to students with special needs
• Update each child’s daily report using the center’s daily reporting system or logs
• Complete incident reports to notify children’s families of incidents, injuries, or illnesses that occur at the center
• Undergo ongoing training as assigned or approved by administration and/or the Center Director
• Must be able to lift up to 25-30 pound children and objects
• Must be able to walk, squat/kneel, sit on the floor, see, hear, & speak with children to ensure children’s health and safety
• Train & supervise assistant teachers, floaters, volunteers, & others assisting in the classroom

Qualifications

• Minimum 9+ college credits in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field with a plan of study required
• Associates degree or higher in Early Childhood, Child Development, or a related field preferred
• Minimum one year of child care experience preferred
• Must demonstrate experience & interest in working with young children, parents, & with a team of educators
• Must have effective, appropriate, & strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Must be able to speak, read, & write fluently in English. Bilingual is a plus

Are you a passionate educator looking to make a lasting, positive impact on the lives of young students? Can you uphold all state educational standards while teaching with love & creativity to provide an extraordinary, progressive experience for your students? 

We’re looking for teachers to join our team of long-serving, dedicated professionals who spend their days sparking learning & creating joy! 

If you’re ready to move into a career that makes a difference, and you:

• Consider yourself a natural, empathetic leader
• Have an educational background in ECE, either with a degree or a degree in progress
• Have experience working in a licensed child care/ early learning setting 
• Are a strong verbal & written communicator with some tech-savvy
• Can physically complete the tasks necessary to care for small children, and
• Agree with & can deliver on our mission to provide exceptional care & learning —

then please apply today! We can’t wait to meet you!

Are you a compassionate, motivated person who adores children & want to break into the field of early childhood education? Can you work as part of a team to uphold state educational standards while providing loving, supportive care to your students? 

We’re looking for people like you who want to begin or advance a career providing classroom support to teachers and brightening the lives of little learners.

If you’re ready to move into a career that makes a difference, and you:

• Are friendly, dependable, & willing to work as an integral part of a classroom team
• Have a high school diploma or equivalent & want to achieve a degree in ECE
• Want ECE work experience & professional development opportunities 
• Can communicate respectfully with students, colleagues, parents, & administrators
• Are physically able to complete the tasks necessary to care for small children, and 
• Agree with & can deliver on our mission to provide exceptional care and learning —
  

then please apply today! We can’t wait to meet you!