Director -[ Full-time Job

About the job

Now Hiring: Center Director | Wesley School (Austin, TX)

Early Childhood Education • Leadership • Program Quality • Community Impact

Wesley School—an established early childhood program in partnership with Restore Austin Church—is seeking a mission-driven, relationship-centered, and forward-thinking Center Director to lead our school into its next chapter of growth and excellence.

If you are a strong leader who believes in play-based learning, high-quality standards, and building a healthy professional culture, we want to meet you.

About Wesley School

Serving families in East Austin since 1986, Wesley School provides a nurturing, play-based environment for children ages 6 weeks to 12 years. Our program values curiosity, creativity, relationships, and developmentally appropriate practice.

Wesley School is entering a transformational growth phase—refining our educational philosophy, strengthening operational systems, and building long-term sustainability. This is an opportunity to help shape the future of a beloved community school.

The Opportunity

The Center Director is responsible for leading all aspects of the school, including:

Leadership & Culture

Cultivating a positive, professional, child-centered culture

Supporting and coaching staff as a collaborative, approachable leader

Establishing and communicating a clear educational philosophy

Representing Wesley School with warmth and professionalism

Program Oversight & Quality

Ensuring excellence in curriculum, instruction, and assessment

Upholding licensing, Texas Rising Star (TRS), and internal quality standards

Conducting classroom observations and supporting continuous improvement

Family & Community Engagement

Building strong, trusting relationships with families

Serving as a visible leader on campus and within the East Austin community

Strengthening Wesley School’s reputation and presence

Strategic Planning & Sustainability

Building and executing a strategic plan for long-term growth and stability

Managing enrollment, budgeting, and operations

Partnering with Restore Austin Church leadership and the Wesley School Board

Qualifications

Required

Must meet HHSC Minimum Standards qualifications for a Center Director

Significant early childhood leadership experience

Strong knowledge of child development, curriculum, licensing, and quality practices

Demonstrated strength in communication, coaching, and team leadership

Preferred

Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field

Experience with Texas Rising Star or accredited programs

Conscious Discipline or similar social-emotional frameworks

Experience leading programs through quality improvement or cultural change

Who Thrives in This Role

The ideal candidate is:

Warm, relational, and excellent with communication

Organized, dependable, and calm under pressure

A coach who builds up staff rather than “manages down”

Child-centered and knowledgeable about best practices

Strategic and able to plan for growth and sustainability

Excited to be visible in the community and build partnerships

If you’re passionate about high-quality early childhood education and want to lead a school where your leadership truly matters—this is the place for you.

Details

Full-time, year-round position

Competitive salary based on experience

Paid time off and professional development opportunities

Supportive board and church partnership

How to Apply

Submit your resume and a brief statement of interest to:

hiring@growingatwesley.org

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Green Space Learning creates high-quality, innovative learning environments, provides professional development, and offers consulting services to programs and schools.Our responsibilities as early childhood professionals are to provide rich, intentionally curated environments and the time for children to play, execute and explore their unique ideas.