About Us
The Goddard School® in Cypress, TX is a premier early childhood education center focused on nurturing children’s development through play-based learning. We are seeking a dedicated, experienced Preschool Director to oversee daily operations, manage a passionate team of educators, and ensure compliance with Texas HHS Child Care Licensing standards.
Key Responsibilities
Operations & Licensing
- Serve as Director per Texas Minimum Standards for Child Care Centers
- Ensure full compliance with state and local licensing requirements
- Maintain child/staff ratios, training records, safety procedures, and documentation
- Lead regulatory inspections, audits, and emergency preparedness
Leadership & Staff Management
- Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate staff
- Foster a positive, high-performance school culture
- Ensure all staff meet annual training and certification requirements
- Conduct regular team meetings and professional development
Curriculum & Program Oversight
- Implement The Goddard School’s play-based curriculum
- Support teachers in developing developmentally appropriate lesson plans
- Monitor classroom quality and provide coaching as needed
Family & Community Engagement
- Maintain strong communication and relationships with families
- Address parent concerns with professionalism and care
- Represent the school in community outreach and events
Finance & Administration
- Manage school budget, staffing plans, and enrollment targets
- Maintain accurate records for billing, licensing, and operations
- Partner with ownership team on long-term strategy and growth
Qualifications
Required (per Texas HHS Licensing):
- Must be age 21+
- Must meet Texas Director qualifications, such as:
- Bachelor’s degree (with at least 12 ECE credits) and 1 year experience in a licensed center, OR
- Associate degree in ECE and 2 years of experience, OR
- Child-Care Administrator Credential and 2 years of experience
- Eligible to be listed as Director with Texas Child Care Licensing
- Ability to pass background check and fingerprinting
- Current or obtainable CPR/First Aid certification
Preferred:
- 3+ years experience in a licensed preschool or childcare setting
- Strong leadership and team-building skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication
- Deep understanding of early childhood development
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Bonus opportunities
- Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Tuition discounts for employee children
- Professional development and training support
- A front-row seat to experience running a business with the owners on site – this could be a launchpad to owning your own School in the future
- Family-focused, mission-driven environment
How to Apply
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your experience and qualifications. We look forward to meeting leaders who are passionate about early learning and child development.
The Goddard School® is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds and experiences.
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.
