Assistant Site Director

Job Title: Assistant Site Director / Hands-On Operations Leader

Location: Innovative Child Development Center McAllen (7600 N 29th St, McAllen)

Employment Type: Full-Time | Non-Exempt / Hourly

Are you an exceptional early childhood educator ready to step into administration? Innovative Child Development Center is looking for an energetic, confident, and classroom-tested leader to serve as our Assistant Site Director.

We take leadership development seriously. If you have exceptional classroom command and a passion for mentoring teachers, our leadership team provides full training to equip you with administrative skills. Because we prioritize promoting from within, this role offers direct exposure to all facets of center management and a clear runway for long-term career advancement.

What You’ll Do

• Lead from the Floor: Serve as the center's active operations leader—monitoring classroom ratios, anticipating staff transitions, and maintaining continuous compliance with Texas Child Care Regulation (CCR) Minimum Standards.

• Master Classroom Cover & Training: Step into any classroom (Infant through School-Age) at a moment’s notice with full confidence, modeling best practices and classroom management techniques.

• Mentor & Onboard Staff: Lead hands-on onboarding for new hires, coach staff on curriculum execution, and ensure accurate logging in Brightwheel.

• Maintain Safety & Facility Standards: Conduct daily safety sweeps across indoor and outdoor spaces, proactively addressing hazards and reporting maintenance needs.

• Connect with Families: Act as a welcoming, professional face of the center during drop-off and pick-up, conduct prospective family tours, and help resolve everyday parent inquiries.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Minimum of 18 months of verifiable hands-on experience in a licensed child care setting (Lead Teacher or similar role).

• Commanding Classroom Presence: A natural ability to step into any classroom, establish control with warmth, and model standard-setting teaching practices.

• Coaching Mindset: Eagerness to train, encourage, and provide actionable feedback to peers and new hires.

• Growth Orientation: A strong desire to learn operations, leadership principles, and regulatory compliance.

• Compliance & Safety: Must have (or obtain upon hire) CPR & First Aid certification and pass a comprehensive DFPS background check.

• Physical Capability: Ability to lift up to 40 lbs, sit on the floor, kneel, bend, and move quickly between classrooms.

What We Offer

• Structured leadership training and hands-on administrative mentorship

• Clear pathways and priority consideration for internal promotions

• Competitive hourly pay

• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)

• Childcare discount program

• Professional development and continuing education support

If you are a high-performing teacher looking for the right environment to grow your career into leadership, apply today with your updated resume.