Assistant Education Director

Circle C Child Development Center • Austin, TX

3d • $70,000 - $80,000 • Onsite

About The Position

Circle C Child Development Center is seeking an experienced and motivated Assistant Education Director to join our leadership team. We are a NAEYC-accredited preschool serving children from infancy through age 5, and we are looking for a strong education leader who is passionate about early childhood education and thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. The Assistant Education Director works closely with the Education Director to manage the day-to-day operations of the Education Department, support and develop teaching staff, maintain classroom quality, and ensure our program consistently meets our high standards for children, families, and educators.

Requirements

• People management or supervisory experience
• A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, or Child Development
• Strong knowledge of early childhood education and developmentally appropriate practices
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to provide constructive feedback and confidently address performance concerns
• Strong follow-through and the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong technology skills and the ability to learn and navigate multiple software platforms
• A collaborative, professional, and solutions-oriented approach
• A willingness to be hands-on and step into the classroom when needed
• A genuine commitment to high-quality early childhood education
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Education, Early Childhood Education, or Child Development
• Must meet applicable Texas Health and Human Services childcare licensing requirements
• Must successfully pass state and federal background checks
• Must be able to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday
• Must be able to lift at least 30 pounds
• CPR/First Aid certification

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily classroom walkthroughs and check-ins, providing real-time coaching, feedback, and guidance to teachers
• Observe classrooms throughout the day and support teachers in strengthening their classroom practices
• Coach teachers on developmentally appropriate practices, play-based learning, classroom management, and professional communication
• Address and manage teacher performance concerns, including professionalism, punctuality, and attendance
• Review and provide feedback on lesson plans and support the consistent implementation of curriculum
• Ensure student assessments are completed accurately and on time
• Provide hands-on support in classrooms and assist with behavioral and developmental concerns
• Help welcome and transition new students and families into the program
• Serve as a liaison between teachers and parents, including responding to emails and phone calls
• Assist with the management of child injuries and illnesses
• Model appropriate, professional communication and interactions with children and families
• Coordinate and facilitate staff professional development, including whole-group training and hands-on workshops
• Track and assign required training hours for teaching staff
• Assist with planning and leading staff meetings
• Participate in teacher interviews and hiring decisions
• Support new teacher onboarding, orientation, and provisional-period reviews
• Assist with annual performance reviews and provide meaningful feedback to teachers
• Facilitate team meetings and support staff collaboration
• Collaborate with the HR Director and Education Director on staffing needs
• Help coordinate daily classroom staffing and coverage
• Step into classrooms when needed to provide teacher coverage and maintain appropriate ratios
• Help improve and streamline school-wide procedures and systems
• Coordinate and supervise student observers and interns
• Manage inventory of educational resources, furniture, and equipment
• Support resource and supply requests
• Assist with coordinating therapy sessions and other student services
• Help ensure ongoing compliance with Texas childcare licensing requirements
• Support the implementation and maintenance of NAEYC accreditation standards across classrooms and staff
• Support other quality initiatives and program standards, including Texas Rising Star
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow established school policies and procedures
• Monitor and respond to communications through Procare
• Review and approve daily activities and communications in Procare
• Review lesson plans and follow up with teachers as needed
• Maintain training and staff documentation
• Assist with teacher evaluations and performance reviews
• Make candidate calls and assist with reference checks
• Help manage daily administrative tasks and follow-up

Benefits

• Competitive salary $70,000 - $80,000 depending on experience and education
• Generous paid holidays
• Excellent Benefits package including health insurance (a portion of premiums paid by employer), vision, and dental
• Supplemental voluntary insurances (life; STD; critical illness; hospital indemnity; accident)
• Continued professional growth and training
• Matched 401K program (after 1st year of employment)
• Generous paid parental leave (after 3rd year of employment)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level