School Director

The Goddard School; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

Affiliation with leaders in the early-

Job summary

The Goddard School is seeking a passionate Director to oversee daily operations at our Marietta location. You will lead staff, uphold licensing standards, and partner with families to ensure a high-quality learning environment for children.

Responsibilities include staff development, curriculum implementation, budget oversight, and community engagement. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's or Associate degree in ECE with leadership experience and a strong commitment to quality early education.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field.
• 2+ years teaching in early childhood education and 2+ years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of child development and team leadership.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory and policy standards.
• Hire, train, supervise and support staff to build a positive team.
• Deliver the Wonder of Learning curriculum to spark curiosity.
• Engage families and the community to promote the school.
• Manage budget, enrollment and resources for operational success.
• Maintain a safe, clean, prepared environment for children and staff.

Skills

Leadership

Staff management

Curriculum development

Family engagement

Financial management

Health & safety

Communication

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's or Associate in ECE/Child Development

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus opportunities
• Professional development
• Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching

Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® at: 3584 Providence Road, Marietta, Gaas 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.

Nurture your growth. Empower your success.

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 or Associates in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
• At least 2 years of experience teaching in early childhood education and 2+ 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.