Director of Preschool Colonial Hills United Methodist School San Antonio, TX Job Details Full-time $42,000 - $47,000 a year 16 hours ago Benefits Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Professional development assistance Qualifications School experience Early childhood education center experience Program management Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Supervising experience Education Managing education teams Task prioritization Organizational skills Business Administration Non-profit experience General management Stakeholder relationship building Full Job Description Seeking an experienced, dedicated, and mission-driven Preschool Director to provide leadership and oversight for our Christ-centered early childhood program. The Preschool Director serves as the educational and operational leader of the school, responsible for the overall success of the preschool, including daily operations, staff leadership, financial management, enrollment growth, curriculum excellence, licensing compliance, Texas Rising Star quality initiatives, family relationships, and partnership with Colonial Hills United Methodist Church. We are looking for a collaborative leader who is passionate about early childhood education, building strong teams, supporting teachers, and creating an environment where children, families, and staff thrive. Qualifications The ideal candidate will have: Minimum of five (5) years of leadership experience as a Director or Assistant Director in a licensed childcare or early childhood education setting High school diploma or equivalent (required minimum qualification under Texas Child Care Regulation) Texas Child Care Director Credential or actively working toward obtaining one Bachelor's degree strongly preferred in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, Business Administration, or a related field Experience leading and maintaining Texas Rising Star certification and quality improvement initiatives Knowledge of Texas Health and Human Services Child Care Regulation and Texas Minimum Standards Experience with curriculum implementation, teacher coaching, and classroom support Experience implementing Conscious Discipline® practices Experience with budgeting, forecasting, payroll oversight, and nonprofit financial management Experience with enrollment management, childcare billing systems, and family communication platforms Responsibilities Include Overseeing all daily operations of the preschool Recruiting, hiring, training, supervising, and retaining staff Maintaining licensing compliance and Texas Rising Star requirements Coordinating, securing, and overseeing required staff professional development and training Supporting teachers through curriculum leadership, coaching, and professional development Managing enrollment, attendance, billing, and childcare management systems such as Procare, Brightwheel, or similar platforms Developing and managing budgets, financial forecasts, and tuition recommendations Overseeing payroll and working with the school bookkeeper to ensure proper financial management Leading marketing, communications, social media, and enrollment initiatives Supporting fundraising efforts and community engagement Building strong relationships with families, staff, church leadership, and community partners Working collaboratively with the School Board, Pastor, and Facilities Coordinator of Colonial Hills United Methodist Church The Successful Candidate Will Demonstrate Strong leadership and organizational skills Ability to multitask and manage competing priorities Excellent communication and relationship-building skills Professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality Ability to work effectively with diverse personalities Commitment to early childhood education and Christian values

Position Details Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Occasional evenings and limited weekends required for school events, meetings, and church functions.

Salary:

Competitive and based on education, qualifications, and experience.

Benefits Include:

Paid Time Off (PTO) Childcare tuition discount Professional development opportunities If you are an experienced early childhood leader who is passionate about creating an exceptional preschool experience and supporting children, families, and educators, we invite you to apply for the

Preschool Director Pay:

$42,000.00 - $47,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person