Lead Early Childhood: Director & Assistant Director

Socket.dev; Spring (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goddard School in Spring, TX seeks a Director to oversee program and curriculum, while also handling delegated business tasks. This is a salaried role with bonus opportunities, with salary based on locale, tuition rates, and candidate education/experience.

The Director will lead administrative, fiscal, licensing, personnel, and program development activities, ensuring compliance with licensing standards and GSI QA guidelines. Previous licensed childcare management experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Requirements align with state licensing and National Standards for Hiring.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in ECE, Elementary Ed, or Child Development with management experience.
• Associates degree plus 1–2 years in licensed childcare with management experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage the school program and curriculum.
• Maintain accurate records per state and GSI requirements.
• Manage budgeting, payroll, and school operations.
• Recruit, interview, hire, and supervise faculty.
• Plan professional development and monthly faculty meetings.
• Coordinate licensing and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Management

Budget management

Staff supervision

Scheduling

Licensing compliance

Education

Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s in related field with childcare management

Associates in ECE or related with experience

CDA or related credential

Job description

The Goddard School in Spring, TX seeks a Director to oversee program and curriculum, while also handling delegated business tasks. This is a salaried role with bonus opportunities, with salary based on locale, tuition rates, and candidate education/experience.

The Director will lead administrative, fiscal, licensing, personnel, and program development activities, ensuring compliance with licensing standards and GSI QA guidelines. Previous licensed childcare management experience is essential.