Assistant Director

The Goddard School; Goddard (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

State-of-the-Art facilities

Community outreach

Industry leadership

Paid time off

Training & development

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

The Goddard School located at 5760 North Garland Avenue, Garland, TX 75044 is seeking an Assistant Director to help oversee the daily operations, ensure the highest standards of education and care, and support the Director in managing staff and licensing compliance.

This role emphasizes community and family engagement, implementation of our proprietary Wonder of Learning program, and fostering a safe, nurturing environment for children.

Qualifications

• Associate 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 and best practices in early learning.
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Genuine love for children and commitment to high-quality education.
• Must pass state background checks and meet state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administrative Support: assist in managing day-to-day operations of the school.
• Staff Management: support recruitment, training, development and supervision of staff.
• Curriculum and Program Development: assist in implementing Wonder of Learning® program to spark curiosity and growth.
• Family and Community Engagement: build and maintain positive relationships with families.
• Health and Safety: conduct safety drills and ensure licensing compliance.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's Degree in ECE/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
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement

The Goddard School located at: 5760 North Garland Avenue, Garland, TX 75044 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.