Early Childhood School Director — Lead Curriculum & Team

The Goddard School of Hanover, MD; Hanover (MD); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

State-of-the-Art facilities

Affiliation with leaders in the early

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Goddard School of Hanover, MD is seeking a proactive School Director to oversee daily operations and lead a team of dedicated educators. You will ensure a high-quality learning environment aligned with our Wonder of Learning curriculum and licensing standards.

As Director, you will manage staff development, build strong school-family-community relationships, and uphold brand integrity while driving student growth and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, education, or related field.
• 3+ years teaching in early childhood education and 1+ year in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of child development and team leadership.
• 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

• Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory and policy standards.
• Hire, train, supervise and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team.
• Deliver Wonder of Learning program to spark curiosity and growth.
• Build strong relationships with families and promote the School in the community.
• Manage budget, enrollment and resources for operational success.
• Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Team-building

Background checks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

The Goddard School of Hanover, MD is seeking a proactive School Director to oversee daily operations and lead a team of dedicated educators. You will ensure a high-quality learning environment aligned with our Wonder of Learning curriculum and licensing standards.

As Director, you will manage staff development, build strong school-family-community relationships, and uphold brand integrity while driving student growth and operational excellence.