Future Center Director Position

The Goddard School of Fort Wayne, IN; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

The Goddard School of Fort Wayne, IN is seeking a Director to lead daily operations and ensure compliance with brand, regulatory, and policy standards. You will guide a talented team and foster a culture of excellence in early childhood education.

You will implement the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, engage families and the community, manage budgets and enrollment, and maintain a safe, nurturing environment for children and staff. A passion for high-quality education is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and minimum 3 years of early childhood education experience
• At least 1 year in a leadership role with supervision responsibility
• Strong knowledge of child development and early learning best practices
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• Love for children and commitment to high-quality education

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory and policy standards
• Hire, train, supervise and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team
• Deliver our 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 and staff

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Curriculum Development

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

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

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
• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Tuition assistance
• Wellness resources

Are You Passionate About Early Childhood Education? We Want to Meet You!

At The Goddard School, we believe that great schools are built by great educators—and inspired by great leaders.

Director Key Responsibilities

• Leadership and Administration: Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory and policy standards
• Staff Management: Hire, train, supervise and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team
• Curriculum and Program Development: Deliver 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
• Financial Management: Manage the budget, enrollment and resources for operational success
• Health and Safety: Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education and 1+ year in a leadership role
• Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices and team leadership
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• A genuine love for children and commitment to high-quality education

Compensation & Benefits

At The Goddard School, we recognize that exceptional leadership deserves meaningful support, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members' personal and professional well-being, including:

• Competitive compensation based on qualifications, education, and experience
• Generous paid time off based on tenure, with up to 25 days of PTO annually
• Paid major holidays and a paid one-week winter break
• Additional paid day off for your birthday
• Health insurance with employer contributions
• Dental, vision, and disability insurance options
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Tuition assistance and educational support for eligible employees
• Opportunities for career advancement and long-term professional growth
• Supportive, collaborative work environment that values innovation, initiative, and educational excellence

Benefits and eligibility are subject to applicable school policies and plan terms.

*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.