Executive Director

Primrose School of Eldorado•McKinney, TX

49d

About The Position

The Konrad Group of Primrose Schools is seeking an experienced, energetic, and relationship-driven Executive Director to oversee the overall success of a school and develop a leadership team that drives results. The role focuses on building a strong team and positive school culture, growing enrollment, and providing an outstanding experience for children and families. The Executive Director will lead and develop teachers and management team members, maintain high standards for classroom quality and the Primrose Balanced Learning® approach, and ensure compliance with state licensing, health, safety, and Primrose standards. The role also oversees staffing, scheduling, payroll, and operating expenses; works with Curriculum and Admissions teams; and builds relationships with families and the local community. The Konrad Group has operated Primrose Schools since 1997. Executive Directors receive support from an experienced ownership and regional leadership team, along with established systems, training, and resources.

Requirements

Leadership or management experience in early childhood education.
Experience directing a licensed childcare or preschool program.
Understanding of Texas childcare licensing requirements.
Ability to lead and develop a large team.
Strong communication and organizational skills.
Ability to handle parent concerns and difficult conversations.
Understanding of enrollment, retention, staffing, and school operations.
Ability to take ownership and follow through on commitments.
Professionalism, integrity, consistency, and positivity.
Enjoyment of coaching others and helping employees grow into future leaders.

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, mentor, and develop teachers and management team members.
Create a positive, professional, and accountable school culture.
Recruit, train, develop, and retain employees.
Drive enrollment and build relationships with prospective and current families.
Maintain high standards for customer service and family satisfaction.
Ensure compliance with state licensing, health, safety, and Primrose standards.
Oversee staffing, scheduling, payroll, and operational expenses.
Partner with Curriculum and Admissions teams to achieve school goals.
Maintain high standards for classroom quality and implementation of the Primrose Balanced Learning® approach.
Build relationships within the local community.
Set clear expectations and hold team members accountable.
Identify challenges early and develop solutions.