School Director

The Goddard School; Bixby (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

State-of-the-Art facilities

Industry leaders

401(k)

Paid time off

Advancement opportunities

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School is seeking a capable School Director to oversee daily operations at its Bixby location. You will lead a dedicated team of educators, uphold quality standards, and implement the Wonder of Learning curriculum to foster a love of learning in children and families.

This role requires a Bachelor’s in ECE or related field and Oklahoma Director credentials, with a minimum 3 years in teaching and at least 1 year in leadership. Strong communication and budgeting skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience teaching in early childhood education and 1+ year in a leadership role.
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is required.
• Director's Credentials in Oklahoma are required.
• Strong knowledge of child development and leadership best practices.
• Pass required state background checks and meet state education/experience/credential requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory and policy standards.
• Hire, train, supervise and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team.
• Deliver the Wonder of Learning curriculum, designed to spark curiosity and growth.
• Build strong relationships with families and promote the School in the community.
• Manage the budget, enrollment and resources for operational success.
• Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Curriculum knowledge

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

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

Director's Credentials in Oklahoma

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
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® at:
12606 S Memorial Drive in Bixby, OK as our School Director! We’re seeking a passionate and proactive leader to oversee daily operations, support a team of dedicated educators and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families. As Director, you’ll uphold brand and licensing standards, lead staff development, implement our Wonder of Learning® proprietary curriculum and build strong school-family-community relationships.

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
• Must have Director's Credentials in Oklahoma
• 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
• Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements

*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.

Compensation:

$40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year

This Is Your Moment

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.