Assistant Director, Early Childhood Education

The Goddard School; Frisco (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

State-of-the-Art facilities

Community outreach opportunities

Affiliation with leaders in the early

early childhood education industry

Job summary

The Goddard School located at 3188 Legacy Drive Frisco, TX 75034 is seeking a motivated Assistant Director to oversee daily operations, support the Director, and ensure high standards of education and care for children.

You will manage staff, maintain licensing compliance, implement the Wonder of Learning program, and build strong relationships with families and the community to foster a nurturing, safe learning environment.

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• At least 3 years of experience in early childhood education.
• Strong knowledge of child development and learning best practices.
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Love for children and commitment to high-quality education.
• Must pass state background checks and licensing requirements.

Responsibilities

• Administrative support: assist in managing day-to-day school operations.
• Staff management: recruit, train, develop and supervise staff.
• Curriculum development: support implementation of Wonder of Learning program.
• Family and community engagement: build positive relationships with families.
• Health and safety: conduct safety drills and ensure licensing compliance.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Team leadership

Classroom management

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associate's Degree in ECE

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

The Goddard School located at: 3188 Legacy Drive Frisco, TX 75034 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.