Be a Founding Leader at Kïdo Midtown – Center Director (Spanish Immersion Preschool | Midtown Houston TX

At Kïdo, we’re building something extraordinary — a modern preschool where children thrive, educators are empowered, and families feel connected. We’re opening our brand-new Spanish Immersion campus in the Midtown neighborhood of Houston, TX, and we’re on the lookout for a visionary Center Director to lead the way.

If you’re an experienced early childhood leader who wants to shape the future of education, build a high-performing team from the ground up, and make a lasting impact on children’s lives — keep reading. This might just be your next great adventure.

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Why This Role Is Special

This is more than just a director position — it’s a chance to be part of the founding team at Kïdo Midtown. You’ll be leading a dynamic, Spanish immersion preschool where curiosity is encouraged, learning is joyful, and children are immersed in Spanish from their earliest years.

You’ll help build the culture, grow enrollment, and develop your team while bringing Kïdo’s global vision to life. With support from our hub team and the freedom to innovate, you’ll play a key role in shaping something truly meaningful — not just for the children in your care, but for your community and for the future of early childhood education.

What You’ll Do

As the Center Director, you’ll be the heart and soul of the school. You’ll:

• Lead and inspire a diverse team of passionate educators, setting the tone for excellence and collaboration.
• Build deep relationships with families, earning their trust and creating a warm, inclusive environment where every child is seen and celebrated.
• Oversee daily operations — ensuring compliance, managing finances, and partnering with Licensing to meet all state and safety standards.
• Drive enrollment growth by implementing local marketing strategies and showcasing the unique magic of Kïdo to prospective families.
• Champion quality and innovation by working closely with our Curriculum team to bring engaging, research-based learning experiences to life.
• Contribute to our growth story — not just by running a school, but by shaping what early childhood education can look like in the 21st century.

We’d Love to Meet You If:

• You are fluent in both Spanish and English, and you thrive in a multicultural, bilingual environment.
• You bring 2–4 years of experience as a center director in a large, licensed program (150+ children).
• You hold a valid Director’s Credential from Texas Child Care Licensing.
• You have a CDA, Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• You are energized by the opportunity to build something from the ground up, lead with empathy, and make decisions that center on what’s best for children and families.

Why Join Kïdo?

We’re not your typical preschool. At Kïdo, we blend the best of Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and play-based learning into an inspiring, tech-enabled environment where children thrive — and educators do too.

We’re a global family, with 40+ schools across the US, UK, India, and the UAE. Since 2014, we’ve served over 15,000 families — and we’re just getting started.

Here’s what you can expect:

• Competitive salary + bonus opportunities
• 100% childcare discount for your children (ages 18 months – 5 years)
• A day off to celebrate your birthday
• Tuition reimbursement + career development support
• 2 weeks of PTO + 1 week of paid sick time + paid holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Fully paid life insurance and short-term disability
• A values-driven culture where people matter and leadership is about listening, learning, and leading with purpose

Ready to Build Something Great?

If you’re passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead a school where your voice matters and your work makes a real impact — we’d love to meet you.

Apply now to be a founding leader at Kïdo Midtown. Let’s build the future of early learning, together.

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.