Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® in Medford, NJ as our School Director! We’re seeking a passionate and proactive leader to oversee daily operations, support a team of dedicated educators and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families. As Director, you’ll uphold brand and licensing standards, lead staff development, implement our Wonder of Learning® proprietary curriculum and build strong school-family-community relationships.
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance, childcare discounts, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO)
- A front-row seat to experience running a business with the owners on site
- Continued focus on your professional development
Director Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Administration:
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Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory and policy standards
- Staff Management:
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Hire, train, supervise and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team
- Curriculum and Program Development:
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Deliver our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program*, designed to spark curiosity, support individual growth and inspire a lifelong love of learning
- Family and Community Engagement:
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Build strong relationships with families and promote the School in the community
- Financial Management:
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Manage the budget, enrollment and resources for operational success
- Health and Safety:
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Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
- At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education and 1+ year in a leadership role
- Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices and team leadership
- Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
- A genuine love for children and commitment to high-quality education
- Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.
