Hyde Park Church – Preschool Executive Director

Hyde Park Church
Austin, Texas

Job Summary

For more than 130 years, Hyde Park Church has been a spiritual home in the heart of Austin, Texas. Anchored in God’s Word and committed to loving and serving its neighbors well, Hyde Park Church honors a long legacy while cultivating new spiritual growth across every generation of the families it serves.

The Hyde Park preschool ministry sits at the very beginning of that generational journey. Through the Weekday Preschool and the Part-Time Preschool, Hyde Park serves infants and young children from across Austin, partnering with families during the most formative years of a child’s life. The preschool exists to nurture the makers of tomorrow and inspire a lifelong joy of learning through educational and emotional readiness, global citizenship, and a transforming relationship with God.

Hyde Park Church is now seeking a Director of Preschool to provide the spiritual, educational, and operational leadership needed to ensure a healthy, safe, nurturing, and high-quality Christ-centered ministry across all of its preschool programs. The Director will serve as the public face of the preschool, articulating its vision and aligning it with the broader mission of Hyde Park Church.

Play-Based, Faith-Based Curriculum

The program supports children’s spiritual, social, emotional, physical, and academic growth through hands-on learning and Christian values.

Safe and Welcoming Environments

The preschool provides a secure campus with warm, inviting classrooms where children can feel comfortable and cared for.

Low Ratios and Experienced Staff

Small child-to-teacher ratios allow staff to provide more individual attention, guidance, and support to each child.

CPR and First Aid Certified Teachers

Teaching staff are trained in CPR and First Aid, helping ensure children’s health and safety throughout the school day.

Developmentally Appropriate Learning

Lessons and activities are designed to match each child’s age, stage, and learning needs.

Family Communication and Support

The preschool emphasizes ongoing communication with parents and works to support families throughout their child’s early learning experience.

Opportunity Profile

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Expression of Interest

To express your interest in this position, please complete the form and be prepared to upload your current and complete resume/CV; a Statement of Christian Testimony (please limit to 500 words); and a Cover Letter introducing your candidacy to the search committee.