Preschool Director: Lead Learning, People & Community

The Goddard School of Diridon, CA; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

State-of-the-Art facilities

Affiliation with leaders in the early

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School® at 821 The Alameda San Jose, CA 95126 is seeking a proactive School Director to oversee daily operations, support educators, and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families.

You will uphold brand and licensing standards, lead staff development, implement our Wonder of Learning program, and build strong school-family-community relationships to drive excellence and growth.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or a related educational field.
• At least three years of early childhood education teaching experience.
• At least one year of experience in a school leadership or management position.
• Experience managing a large preschool or childcare center.
• Experience with infant, toddler and preschool programs.
• Strong knowledge of California Title 22 licensing regulations.
• Experience with enrollment management, parent relations, staff development, and budget management.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• A genuine passion for early childhood education and commitment to exceptional family experiences.

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.
• Health and Safety: Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors.

Skills

Leadership

Staff development

Budget management

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

The Goddard School® at 821 The Alameda San Jose, CA 95126 is seeking a proactive School Director to oversee daily operations, support educators, and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families.

You will uphold brand and licensing standards, lead staff development, implement our Wonder of Learning program, and build strong school-family-community relationships to drive excellence and growth.