Early Childhood School Director: Leadership & Curriculum

The Goddard School of Bellevue (Eastgate), WA; Bellevue (WA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Goddard School of Eastgate in Bellevue is seeking a proactive School Director to oversee daily operations, support educators, and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, excellent communication, and a clear understanding of developmentally appropriate early childhood programs. You will motivate staff and foster a culture of growth and excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Operations and Compliance: Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory and policy standards complying with state childcare licensing regulations and Goddard quality assurance standards.
• Curriculum and Program Development: Implement 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 strong relationships with families and promote the school in the community and maintain high enrollment.
• Financial Management: Manage budget, enrollment targets, and resources strategically to support financial health and school success.
• Health and Safety: Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and families.
• Leadership: Lead with a growth mindset to continuously elevate program quality, proactively develop talent, and prepare the school for future success.
• School Culture: Cultivate and sustain a positive, collaborative and trust-based school culture where children feel safe and nurtured, families feel valued, and educators feel supported and empowered.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Understanding of child development

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

The Goddard School of Eastgate in Bellevue is seeking a proactive School Director to oversee daily operations, support educators, and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families.

The ideal candidate will have strong leadership, excellent communication, and a clear understanding of developmentally appropriate early childhood programs. You will motivate staff and foster a culture of growth and excellence.