Administrative Assistant

Goddard School; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Training & development

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

The Goddard School Simpsonville - Five Forks is seeking a motivated Administrative Assistant to support daily school operations, coordinate staff activities and ensure compliance with licensing requirements.

In this role you will collaborate with the Directors, engage with families and the community, assist in curriculum delivery of Wonder of Learning, and help maintain a safe, welcoming environment for children.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education.
• Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices, team leadership and classroom management.
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• A genuine love for children and commitment to providing high-quality education.
• Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the School
• Staff Management: Support the recruitment, training, development and supervision of staff
• Curriculum and Program Development: Assist in the implementation of our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program*, designed to spark curiosity, support individual growth and inspire a lifelong love of learning
• Family and Community Engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with families
• Health and Safety: Conduct regular safety drills, maintain emergency preparedness and licensing regulations to ensure a secure environment

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Customer service

Education

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field

Job description

Benefits

• Benefits vary by location
• Bonus opportunities
• State-of-the‑Art facilities
• Community outreach opportunities
• Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry
• 401(k)
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness resources

The Goddard School Simpsonville - Five Forks located at: 8 Five Fork Plaza Ct. Simpsonville, SC 29681 is looking for a motivated, self-starter for an Administrative Assistant position at our School! The Administrative Assistant will assist in overseeing the daily operations of the school, ensuring the highest standards of education and care. This role involves supporting the Directors in managing staff, maintaining compliance with licensing requirements and fostering positive relationships with families and the community.

Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Join our welcoming community, where you can grow and make a real difference in children’s lives every day. If you’re passionate about education and children, and ready to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you!

Administrative Assistant Key Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the School
• Staff Management: Support the recruitment, training, development and supervision of staff
• Curriculum and Program Development: Assist in the implementation of our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program*, designed to spark curiosity, support individual growth and inspire a lifelong love of learning
• Family and Community Engagement: Build and maintain positive relationships with families
• Health and Safety: Conduct regular safety drills, maintain emergency preparedness and licensing regulations to ensure a secure environment

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education
• Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices, team leadership and classroom management
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• A genuine love for children and commitment to providing high-quality education
• Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements

*Wonder of Learning® is our exclusive education program designed to embrace how children learn best — through play and curiosity. Our curriculum is designed to make learning enjoyable while instilling vital 21st-century skills such as teamwork, problem-solving and social-emotional relationships.