Preschool Director

The Goddard School of Canton, MI; Canton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Training & development

Vision insurance

Professional development assistance

Job summary

The Goddard School of Canton, MI is seeking a passionate and experienced Director to oversee school operations and educational programming. This role requires leadership in creating a safe, high-quality learning environment, ensuring compliance, and supporting families and faculty.

The ideal candidate has strong leadership and organizational skills, along with experience in early childhood education. Responsibilities include managing staff, implementing curriculums, and engaging with families.

The position is fully in-person, and a commitment to professional development is essential.

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education and staff management.
• Knowledge of state licensing requirements and early childhood best practices.
• Passion for developing teachers and supporting families.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children, families, and staff.
• Support the implementation of curriculum and high-quality classroom experiences.
• Build strong relationships with children and families.
• Manage staffing schedules, classroom transitions, and daily operations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Knowledge of early childhood education

Staff management experience

Education

Relevant degree in early childhood education or related field

Job description

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid Holidays
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Professional development assistance

Director Position Overview

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Director to lead our school's operations, educational programming, and team development. The Director is responsible for ensuring a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment while supporting children, families, and faculty. This role combines leadership, compliance, curriculum oversight, staff development, family engagement, and business operations.

Key Responsibilities

Health, Safety & Compliance

• Ensure the safety and well-being of all children, families, and staff.
• Maintain compliance with state licensing, accreditation, and company standards.
• Manage emergency preparedness plans, drills, and crisis response procedures.
• Monitor classroom ratios and staffing requirements.
• Oversee medication administration, staff records, and required training compliance.
• Stay current on regulatory changes and implement necessary updates.

Educational Leadership

• Support the implementation of curriculum and high-quality classroom experiences.
• Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching and feedback to teachers.
• Review lesson plans, parent communications, and assessment practices.
• Lead onboarding, training, and professional development initiatives.
• Foster a positive, collaborative, and growth-oriented culture.

Family Engagement

• Build strong relationships with children and families.
• Conduct tours and support enrollment efforts.
• Communicate regularly with families and support retention initiatives.
• Coordinate family-teacher conferences and ensure curriculum is visible and meaningful to families.

Operations & Business Management

• Support enrollment growth and new family onboarding.
• Manage staffing schedules, classroom transitions, and daily operations.
• Assist with recruiting, hiring, and retaining exceptional faculty.
• Monitor budgets, supplies, and operational expenses.
• Support marketing efforts, school events, website updates, and social media content.

Qualifications

• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills.
• Experience in early childhood education and staff management.
• Knowledge of state licensing requirements and early childhood best practices.
• Passion for developing teachers, supporting families, and creating exceptional learning experiences for children.

Work Location: In person