Assistant Director

Goddard School; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

State-of-the-Art facilities

Community outreach

401(k)

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Goddard School in Carlisle, PA is seeking a motivated Assistant Director to oversee daily school operations, support the Director, and ensure high standards of education and care. The role emphasizes licensing compliance, staff development, and strong family/community engagement.

Join a community focused on Wonder of Learning and educational excellence, with opportunities to grow and advance within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a relevant field is required.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in early childhood education.
• Strong knowledge of child development and classroom management.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Commitment to high-quality education and safety standards.
• Must pass state background checks and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administrative support to manage day-to-day school operations.
• Staff management: recruit, train, develop and supervise staff.
• Curriculum and program development for the Wonder of Learning program.
• Family and community engagement and relationship building.
• Health, safety, and licensing compliance and drills.

Skills

Excellent communication

Team leadership

Classroom management

Problem solving

Education

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

Job description

Benefits:

• 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


• Competitive salary


• Dental insurance


• Employee discounts


• Health insurance


• Opportunity for advancement

The Goddard School located at: 1538 Commerce Avenue Carlisle, PA 17015 is looking for a motivated, self-starter for an Assistant Director position at our School! The Assistant Director will assist in overseeing the daily operations of the school, ensuring the highest standards of education and care. This role involves supporting the Director 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!

Assistant Director 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.