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Assistant Director | Early Childhood Education

Creative World School of Cypress TX

Assistant Director | Early Childhood Education

Katy, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Opportunity for advancement

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Creative World School in Cypress TX is seeking an experienced, motivated and enthusiastic Assistant Director to help lead our vibrant early childhood education community. If you're ready to help shape the future of our young learners and lead a dynamic team, we'd love to hear from you!

    The ideal candidate will have:

    At least 5 years of professional experience in Early Childhood setting

    A minimum of 3 years of recent Leadership experience

    Proven experience with children ages 6 weeks- 12 years

    An AA degree, CDA, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field

    Strong written and verbal communication skills

    Good physical and mental health

    A positive, warm and enthusiastic attitude

    Note: To be considered for this role, please ensure your qualifications and experience align with the requirements listed below. Applications that do not meet the minimum criteria may not be shortlisted.

    Creative World Assistant Director helps foster a loving, nurturing and engaging learning environment while supporting compliance with Creative World policies and state licensing regulations.

    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES The Assistant Director plays a vital leadership role in supporting the day-to-day operations of the school. You will help administer and direct the center in the Director’s absence and carry out duties as assigned by the Director. This includes responding to inquiries, supporting family tours, assisting with enrollment, and working within Contact Manager in line with our ENROLL procedures.

    Environment & Safety

    Ensure a safe and stimulating environment for all children

    Ensure children are supervised at all times, maintaining proper ratios and attentive care

    Oversee classroom documentation and ensure timely, accurate recordkeeping, including daily sheets, transition sheets, medication forms, assessments, and incident/accident reports

    Support staff in understanding and implementing Creative World’s educational philosophy, policies, and all licensing regulations

    Children and Families

    Greet the children and their families warmly and enthusiastically each day

    Foster strong, positive, and consistent communication with families, both informally and formally

    Encourage ongoing family involvement and maintain cooperative, respectful relationships with each child’s family

    Curriculum

    Model and mentor developmentally appropriate, child-centered practices that support children’s physical, emotional, intellectual, and social growth

    Support and guide staff in planning and implementing an inquiry-based curriculum that nurtures curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving

    Oversee classroom curriculum documentation, including displays, photos, and project work

    Ensure ongoing observation, assessment, and portfolio development in supervised classrooms

    Promote positive behavior guidance strategies and consistent classroom routines

    Monitor and document significant child and teacher behaviors

    Manage classroom supply ordering and distribution

    Staff Development & Supervision

    Lead with a collaborative and team-focused mindset; communicate clearly and supportively with staff

    Train and support teachers in lesson planning and curriculum implementation; review weekly lesson plans for alignment and quality

    Ensure compliance with all school policies, licensing requirements, and health and safety regulations in supervised classrooms

    Participate in interviewing and onboarding new teaching staff as needed

    Support the evaluation, goal setting, and ongoing coaching of supervised staff. Provide timely, constructive feedback and promote professional growth

    Professionalism & Collaboration

    Demonstrate professional, ethical, and responsible conduct at all times

    Maintain confidentiality regarding children, families, staff, and school matters

    Actively pursue professional development through workshops, trainings, and conferences

    Attend and contribute to staff meetings, school events, and community initiatives

    Communicate concerns and observations with the Director or Leadership Team as appropriate

    Step in as needed to assist with classroom or custodial responsibilities

    Adapt to a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the school

    Work independently with sound judgment and minimal supervision

    Physical Demands/Environmental Factors

    Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing

    Maintain visual and auditory awareness of children and classroom activities at all times

    Stay calm and emotionally regulated under pressure or in emergencies

    Routinely lift up to 40 pounds, move classroom furniture, sit on the floor or child-sized furniture, and engage in active supervision throughout the day

    Work in close proximity to children who may be unwell or contagious

    Be prepared to respond to accidents or emergencies promptly and professionally

    A full job description will be provided to the successful candidate.

    Next Steps

    If you're passionate about early childhood education and ready to grow with a strong, supportive team, we want to hear from you! Please complete the Pre-screen Questions and submit your digital application using the link below.

    Learn more about Creative World School at https://creativeworldschool.com/schools/daycare-childcare-preschool-in-cypress-katy-tx Visit our school's Career Page for other current openings https://creative-world-school-cypress-tx.careerplug.com/jobs?locale=en-US

    Creative World School Cypress TX 6800 N Fry Road, Katy, TX 77449

    This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Creative World School Corporate.