Preschool Operations Leader

The Goddard School; Alpharetta (GA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Bonus opportunities

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Training & development

State-of-the-Art facilities

Community outreach opportunities

Industry leadership affiliation

Job summary

The Goddard School in Alpharetta, GA is seeking an Assistant Director of Operations to lead day-to-day operations for our award-winning preschool serving Alpharetta and Johns Creek families.

You will own staffing, scheduling, events, enrollment support, food service, and daily operations to create an exceptional experience for children, families, and teachers. This is a dynamic leadership role requiring multitasking and proactive problem-solving.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree preferred (Education, Business, Early Childhood Education, or related field).
• Minimum of 3–5 years of leadership or management experience (childcare/education preferred).
• Previous preschool or childcare experience is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Must meet all Georgia state licensing requirements and successfully complete required background checks.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operational needs to ensure efficiency.
• Maintain a welcoming, organized, professional environment.
• Manage opening and closing procedures.
• Ensure classrooms have supplies and support daily.
• Assist with staff scheduling and classroom coverage.
• Coordinate interviews, onboarding, and new employee orientation.
• Support teacher development and daily coaching.
• Help maintain staff files and licensing compliance.
• Assist with payroll preparation and attendance tracking.
• Welcome prospective families and conduct school tours.
• Follow up on enrollment leads and assist families through enrollment.
• Build strong relationships with current families through exceptional customer service.
• Support retention initiatives and family events throughout the year.
• Plan and coordinate school events, family engagement activities, and seasonal celebrations.
• Create engaging social media content and maintain online presence.
• Coordinate marketing materials and promotional campaigns.
• Oversee snack and meal inventory and ordering.
• Maintain kitchen organization and supply inventories.
• Ensure the school remains clean, safe, and inspection-ready.
• Support Georgia Bright from the Start licensing requirements and QA standards.
• Conduct health and safety checks and assist with drills and documentation.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Staffing

Scheduling

Communication

Tech-savvy

MS Office

Google Workspace

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Payroll software

Childcare management software

Job description

The Goddard School in Alpharetta, GA is seeking an Assistant Director of Operations to lead day-to-day operations for our award-winning preschool serving Alpharetta and Johns Creek families.

You will own staffing, scheduling, events, enrollment support, food service, and daily operations to create an exceptional experience for children, families, and teachers. This is a dynamic leadership role requiring multitasking and proactive problem-solving.