Director/Onsite Owner

The Goddard School; Corinth (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Flexible schedule

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School in Corinth, TX is seeking a hands-on Director / Onsite Owner to lead the daily operations of our childcare center. You will be the on-site owner-operator responsible for delivering exceptional care, building a strong team culture, growing enrollment, and ensuring the center runs smoothly, safely, and profitably.

This role blends leadership with a passion for early childhood education, creating a warm, high-quality environment where children thrive and families feel confident

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is preferred.
• 3+ years in a childcare leadership role (Director/Assistant Director or similar).
• Strong knowledge of child development and licensing regulations.
• Proven leadership, team-building, and financial management skills.
• Excellent communication with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations to maintain a safe, clean, and engaging learning environment.
• Recruit, train, coach, and evaluate teachers and staff while maintaining ratios.
• Develop and improve curriculum and programs supporting development.
• Ensure compliance with state licensing, health, and safety standards.
• Manage budget, tuition, payroll, expenses, and occupancy performance.
• Lead enrollment efforts and drive occupancy growth.
• Maintain proactive communication with parents about progress and concerns.

Skills

Leadership

Team-building

Conflict-resolution

Budgeting

Communication

Enrollment management

Staff coaching

On-site supervision

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Experience or combination of education and experience

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus opportunities
• Professional development
• State-of-the-Art facilities
• Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Flexible schedule

Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® at Corinth Texas, as theDirector / Onsite Owner - Childcare Center

About the Role

We're looking for a passionate, hands-on Director / Onsite Owner to lead the daily operations and long-term success of our childcare center. This is more than a management role - you'll be the on-site owner-operator responsible for delivering exceptional care, building a strong team culture, growing enrollment, and ensuring the center runs smoothly, safely, and profitably.

You'll combine strong leadership with a genuine love for early childhood education, creating a warm, high-quality environment where children thrive and families feel confident and connected.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee all day-to-day operations of the childcare center, ensuring a safe, clean, nurturing, and engaging environment for children of all ages.
• Recruit, hire, train, schedule, coach, and evaluate teachers and support staff while maintaining required staff-to-child ratios.
• Develop, implement, and continuously improve age-appropriate curriculum and educational programs that support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Ensure full compliance with all state and local childcare licensing regulations, health & safety standards, and Goddard's quality system.
• Manage the center’s budget, tuition billing, payroll, expenses, and financial performance; identify opportunities to improve occupancy and profitability.
• Lead enrollment efforts: conduct tours, build relationships with prospective families, manage waitlists, and drive consistent occupancy.
• Maintain open, proactive communication with parents - sharing daily updates, developmental progress, and addressing concerns promptly and professionally.
• Create and enforce clear policies and procedures for staff, families, and center operations.
• Foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture that supports staff retention, professional growth, and high morale.
• Oversee facility maintenance, cleanliness, and safety protocols; coordinate repairs and improvements as needed.
• Represent the center in the community and actively promote the program to attract new families.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
• Proven experience as a Childcare Center Director, Assistant Director, or similar leadership role (3+ years preferred).
• Strong knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.
• Thorough understanding of state childcare licensing regulations and compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated leadership, team-building, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Solid business and financial management skills (budgeting, enrollment tracking, basic P&L understanding).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with both staff and parents.
• Ability to work on-site full-time and be present and available during center operating hours.
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain immediately) and ability to pass all required background checks.

Why This Role Stands Out

This is a true onsite owner/operator opportunity. You'll have meaningful autonomy to shape the culture, program quality, and business results of the center while making a lasting impact on children and families every day.

Benefits & Perks

• Competitive salary + performance incentives tied to enrollment and center performance
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Opportunity for ownership equity or profit-sharing (if applicable)
• Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Ready to lead a childcare center that families love and staff are proud to be part of?