Assistant Director

The Goddard School of Naperville (83rd Street), IL; Naperville (IL); Vor Ort; USD 38.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

401(k)

Paid time off

Training & development

State‑of‑the‑Art facilities

Community outreach opportunities

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

Zusammenfassung

A reputable early childhood education institution located in Naperville, IL is seeking a motivated Assistant Director to assist in overseeing daily operations, manage staff, and foster relationships with families and the community. Ideal candidates will have an Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education and a minimum of 3 years of experience in early childhood settings, alongside strong communication and organizational skills. Join us in making a meaningful impact on children's lives!

Qualifikationen

• 3+ years of experience teaching in early childhood education.
• Knowledge of early learning best practices.
• Commitment to high-quality education.
• 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

Aufgaben

• Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the School.
• Support recruitment, training, and supervision of staff.
• Build and maintain relationships with families.
• Conduct safety drills and ensure compliance with regulations.
• Health and Safety: Conduct regular safety drills, maintain emergency preparedness and licensing regulations to ensure a secure environment

Kenntnisse

Strong knowledge of child development

Excellent communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Team leadership

Problem-solving

Ausbildung

Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development degree

Education degree

Jobbeschreibung

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

The Goddard School located at: Goddard School of Naperville 1928 Springbrook Square Drive Naperville 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.