Assistant Director, Early Childhood Education Leader

The Goddard School of Macomb, MI; Macomb Township (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits vary by location

Bonus opportunities

State-of-the-Art facilities

Community outreach opportunities

Affiliation with leaders in the early

401(k)

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Job summary

The Goddard School of Macomb, MI is seeking a motivated self-starter for an Assistant Director to oversee daily operations, ensure the highest standards of education and care, and assist the Director with staffing, licensing compliance, and community relationships.

This role supports a proprietary Wonder of Learning program, focuses on family engagement, health and safety, and fostering a positive, inclusive environment where children grow, explore and thrive in partnership with families and

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.

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 ensure compliance with licensing regulations to ensure a secure environment

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Team leadership

Classroom management

Education

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

Job description

The Goddard School of Macomb, MI is seeking a motivated self-starter for an Assistant Director to oversee daily operations, ensure the highest standards of education and care, and assist the Director with staffing, licensing compliance, and community relationships.

This role supports a proprietary Wonder of Learning program, focuses on family engagement, health and safety, and fostering a positive, inclusive environment where children grow, explore and thrive in partnership with families and