School Director

The Goddard School; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Discount for child's tuition

Company Paid Life Insurance Policy

Holiday Bonus

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider in Fort Myers is seeking a passionate School Director to oversee daily operations. The ideal candidate will lead a team of dedicated educators, ensuring a high-quality learning environment for children. Responsibilities include staff management, curriculum development, and community engagement. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and at least 3 years of teaching experience, with a strong commitment to quality education. Excellent communication and leadership skills are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education.
• Minimum 1 year in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of early learning best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations while upholding brand and regulatory standards.
• Hire, train, supervise and support staff.
• Deliver Wonder of Learning® program designed for individual growth.
• Build strong relationships with families and promote the school.
• Manage budget, enrollment, and resources for operational success.
• Maintain a safe and prepared environment for children.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

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
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Additional Benefits

• Competitive pay
• 2 Weeks PTO
• Paid Holidays; Including Winter Break Dec 24th – New Years Day
• 100% Company Paid Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
• 100% Discount for Child's Tuition
• Company Paid $25,000 Life Insurance Policy
• Short-Term Disability
• Paid professional development & trainings
• Holiday Bonus
• Dedicated On-Site Owner

Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® at: 13521 Goldenwood Dr, Ft. Myers, FL 33913 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.

We’re thrilled to announce the grand opening of a brand-new Goddard School in Fort Myers, serving Fort Myers, Gateway, and Cape Coral, opening this summer! Goddard offers exceptional infant, toddler, preschool, and pre‑K programs. Our dedicated educators provide a nurturing environment with top‑tier childcare, daycare, and early childhood education that sparks curiosity and growth.

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.

Nurture your growth. Empower your success.

Apply today and become part of a supportive, purpose-driven team that is shaping the future—one child, one family and one educator at a time.

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
• 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.