Director of Trinity Lutheran Children’s Center
Trinity Lutheran Church
FORT WORTH, TEXAS  76107
All applicants are required to submit a cover letter, current resume and three (3) references to be considered for this position.

Title: Director of Trinity Lutheran Children’s Center
Type: Full-time, exempt, on-site
Hours: 40+
Salary: Commensurate with Experience and Education
Benefits: Paid time off, Health Insurance, Professional development assistance
Closing Date: 6/30/2025
Desired employment start date: October 1, 2025.
Reports to: Senior Pastor and Children’s Center Board of Directors
Contact: Rev. Kendra Mohn, PhD at email: [email protected]    

Summary:
For over 60 years, Trinity Lutheran Children’s Center (TLCC) in Fort Worth, TX (www.tlcfw.org/childrens-center/) has been a ministry of Trinity Lutheran Church (TLC), designed to meet the needs of the whole child: cognitively, physically, socially, and emotionally within a loving and caring environment. TLCC is currently seeking the next Director who will build on a strong foundation of church/school partnership, well-respected history, and reputation for a nurturing, collaborative community that provides exemplary care and fosters personal growth and a love of learning among the staff, children and families. The Director is responsible for all aspects of the daily operation of the TLCC, including staff hiring, development, and management, family, church and community relations, budget development and oversight, licensing and safety standards, and other duties that may be identified on an ongoing basis. Trinity Lutheran Children’s Center is licensed by the State of Texas Health & Human Services Commission.

Responsibilities
Program Oversight and Implementation
•    Maintain licensing requirements, staff credentials, and enrollment records.
•    Ensure adherence to state and national best practices and standards (e.g., Quality Rating Improvement Scale).
•    Oversee safety procedures, emergency plans, and regulatory training for staff.
•    Observe teachers and advise on classroom leadership, team collaboration, curriculum implementation, parent relationships and adherence to the mission of the TLCC.
•    Provide hands-on guidance to teaching staff in partnership with the Assistant Director.
•    Assist in coordination and supervision of enrichment activities, special events and communication between staff, parents, and administration.
•    Attend Church events and collaborative events and activities between TLC and TLCC.

Family and TLCC Community Relationships
•    Build and maintain strong relationships with parents, acting as a resource for concerns, guidance, and support in their child’s early education experience.
•    Serve as the primary point of contact for parent inquiries, ensuring open, transparent, and timely communication.
•    Lead new family orientation sessions, providing insight into TLCC policies, curriculum, and community expectations.
•    In collaboration with Assistant Director, develop and implement communication strategies, such as newsletters, emails, and meetings to inform families of Center events, policies, and updates.
•    Serve as a liaison between TLCC and the broader TLC community, ensuring the Center operates as an extension of the Church’s mission and values.
•    Collaborate with Church leadership to integrate ministry priorities into the Center’s operations and educational programming.
•    Work closely with the Church staff to coordinate shared space usage, special events, and community outreach efforts.

Staff Leadership and Development
•    Recruit, hire, train, and supervise teachers and administrative staff, coordinating the staffing of classrooms, including hiring and scheduling substitute teachers as necessary, always maintaining state mandated teacher to student ratios.
•    Conduct and/or secure trainers to provide annual In-service training requirements to all staff.
•    Conduct annual performance reviews and lead regular staff meetings, working with staff to set individual goals and education plans.
•    Lead initiatives to ensure employee satisfaction, engagement and retention.
•    Administer conflict resolution, policy development & enforcement, and staff probationary plans.

Operations Management
•    Serve as an organizational leader, maintaining professional relationships with the Senior Pastor, Associate Pastor, TLCC Board, and TLC Church Council.
•    Develop and manage the annual operating budget, tuition structure, and staff compensation plan in coordination with TLC Finance Director.
•    Ensure classrooms and common areas are properly maintained, addressing facility needs and coordinating with TLC Finance Director on repairs, upgrades, and safety enhancements.
•    Participate in regular TLC staff and Church Council meetings to ensure clear communication, collaboration, and alignment of Center operations and goals.

Qualifications
•    Bachelor’s degree is required, preferably a degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Education.
•    Candidates must have 5–7 years of experience in early childhood education, which can include a combination of classroom teaching, program development, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, experience in leadership, staff supervision, administrative operations, and/or nonprofit or educational management is preferred. A Master’s degree in a related field may substitute for a portion of the required experience.
•    Willingness to be in partnership ministry with an active, growing, open-minded ELCA congregation that values grace, love, and service to neighbor.
•    Knowledge of Texas accreditation and state licensing procedures.
•    Skill in the admissions process (including recruiting new families).
•    Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
•    Proven leadership, as well as managerial and organizational skills.
•    A track record for being flexible, approachable and inspiring positive collaboration.
•    Demonstrated ability to relate sensitively to children, parents and staff.
•    Openness to, and interest in, the spiritual formation of children.
•    Basic financial management skills.
•    Active participant in ELCA or full communion partner church (PCUSA, UMC, TEC, UCC, RCA, Moravian Church) strongly preferred for theological alignment.

Anti-discrimination and anti-harassment policy: Trinity Lutheran Church strives to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination and unlawful harassment. We will not permit discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, economic status, political perspective or any other legally protected category under applicable federal or state law. This standard of conduct applies to all managers, supervisors, employees, customers, and vendors.

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