Bilingual Assistant Director of Early Childhood Education (Spanish/English)

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Location: Houston, TX (EaDo / East Downtown Neighborhood) Job Type: Full-Time, Daycare & Preschool Management Category: Childcare Leadership & ECE Administration Elevate Your Career in Childcare Leadership Ready to step into a high-impact leadership role with a premier global brand? At Kïdo International Preschool , our people are the absolute heart of our schools. We foster a supportive, professional culture where early childhood leaders are empowered to thrive, collaborate, and push the boundaries of educational excellence. We are seeking a passionate, high-caliber Bilingual Assistant Director (Spanish/English) to join our Houston campus leadership team. In this role, you will partner closely with the Center Director to manage daily school operations, lead parent engagement, and mentor our teaching faculty. Because this role requires constant, high-level communication with our diverse community, fluency in reading, writing, and speaking both Spanish and English is required. Key Responsibilities Teacher Mentorship: Support, coach, and develop our teaching teams through ongoing training, observations, and instructional feedback. Curriculum Support: Oversee the implementation of Kïdo’s globally inspired curriculum, ensuring classroom environments remain inspiring, clean, and engaging. Center Growth: Lead local sales and marketing efforts, conduct campus tours for prospective families, and actively drive student enrollment. Texas Compliance: Maintain 100% compliance with all Texas HHS Child Care Regulation Minimum Standards and local health/safety guidelines. Family Engagement: Build deep, positive relationships with families and staff by providing proactive, responsive communication in both English and Spanish. Required Qualifications Language Fluency: Fully bilingual in Spanish and English (reading, writing, and speaking). Education & Credentials: Valid Child Development Associate (CDA) Credential OR a Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Child Development, or a related field. Experience: 4 or more years of verified experience in a licensed childcare facility or daycare center working with children ages 6 weeks to 5 years. Regulatory Knowledge: Strong working knowledge of Texas Minimum Standards . Preferred: At least 1 year of previous childcare administrative leadership experience. Why You’ll Love Working Here We are a people-focused organization, meaning our teams are always our top priority. Competitive Salary: Premium pay with clear pathways for professional advancement. Childcare Benefit: Free childcare tuition for your children (ages 18 months to 5 years). Professional Development: Direct tuition reimbursement and comprehensive paid training—including two dedicated days where we close the school to invest in our team. Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of PTO in your first year, paid holidays, and your birthday off! Classroom Support: Smaller teacher-to-child ratios than Texas minimums, a stocked staff lounge, and effortless bi-weekly supply ordering. Health & Financial Perks: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance with generous company subsidies, free short-term disability, and annual tenure bonuses. Global Travel: An opportunity to visit our international sister schools in London after 5 years of service! Apply today to join our Houston leadership team and help build something extraordinary with Kïdo! As part of our commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children in our care, the successful candidate is expected to undergo an enhanced fingerprint-based background check. Kido is an equal opportunity employer. At Kïdo, we are redefining early childhood education by building premium, state-of-the-art learning environments that empower children to lead their own journeys of discovery. While we are deeply committed to providing a world-class experience for our families, our ultimate secret weapon is our team. We know that exceptional schools require exceptional leadership, which is why we actively invest in a supportive, collaborative culture that treats our administrators and educators as our top priority. Why Advance Your Career with Kïdo? A Globally Inspired Framework: Work within an innovative, progressive educational environment that honors your professionalism and values your unique expertise. True Investment in Your Growth: Experience a workplace that doesn't just talk about career development, but actively funds it through dedicated training days and tuition support. A People-First Culture: Enjoy unmatched industry benefits, including free childcare tuition, extensive paid time off, and long-term retention rewards, designed to support your personal and professional well-being. Ready to lead the way? Apply today to join our Houston campus leadership team and build a rewarding career with Kïdo!