Bilingual School Age Director

Campus Adventures•Austin, TX

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Bilingual Extended Day Director leads a school-based before- and afterschool program operated in partnership with local schools. The program provides on-campus care in a structured, club-style environment focused on STEAM-based learning. The Director oversees daily operations, staff performance, family engagement, and compliance with childcare regulations, while maintaining high standards of program quality and service. The position may be full-time (40 hours per week) when average daily attendance exceeds 50 students and operational needs are met, or part-time (25–30 hours per week) when enrollment is below 50, additional operational support is needed, or the Director’s availability does not meet full-time needs. The typical on-site schedule is Monday through Friday, 10:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., with flexibility to support morning care as needed. The job is performed in person.

Requirements

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is required.
Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, CDA, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Director certification or ability to obtain it.
At least 3 years of leadership experience in a childcare or school-age program.
Strong knowledge of childcare regulations and compliance requirements.
Proven leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
CPR and First Aid certification required.
Ability to pass background check and fingerprinting requirements.
Ability to engage in an active program environment, including standing, walking, bending, and participating in student activities.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and perform routine physical tasks associated with childcare settings.

Nice To Haves

Experience with childcare management systems, such as ProCare.
Texas Director Certificate.
ECE or education experience (3 years listed as preferred).

Responsibilities

Create and maintain a positive, engaging, developmentally appropriate environment aligned with state standards and organizational expectations.
Adapt and enhance curriculum to meet students’ diverse needs.
Implement social-emotional learning strategies and positive behavior guidance.
Oversee student groups directly when enrollment levels require it.
Drive enrollment through active recruitment and community engagement.
Manage billing accounts accurately and ensure timely collection of fees.
Communicate with families, facilitate meetings to address student needs, and provide strong customer service.
Build and maintain strong family relationships.
Meet regularly with school administrators to review program performance and campus needs.
Partner with schools on events and initiatives that support program visibility and enrollment growth.
Identify and implement solutions that support campus and program success.
Lead hiring, onboarding, and training of program staff.
Provide ongoing staff coaching, feedback, and professional development.
Ensure staff professionalism and alignment with organizational expectations.
Address staff performance concerns through documented coaching and accountability measures.
Ensure compliance with applicable childcare regulations and quality standards.
Maintain accurate and timely records and documentation.
Uphold health and safety standards and maintain readiness for licensing and quality assurance visits.
Perform other duties as assigned to support program success and organizational goals.