School Director: Lead Curriculum, Team & Community

The Goddard School; Smyrna (GA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Goddard School in Smyrna, GA is seeking a proactive School Director to oversee daily operations, support a team of educators, and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families. You will uphold brand standards, lead staff development, and implement the Wonder of Learning curriculum while building strong school-family-community relationships.

This leadership role requires a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field, plus several years in early

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field.
• At least 3 years of teaching experience in early childhood education.
• 1+ year in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of child development and early learning best practices.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Must pass state background checks and 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 program to spark curiosity and support growth.
• Engage families and the community to strengthen relationships.
• Manage budget, enrollment and resources for operational success.
• Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors.

Skills

Team leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

The Goddard School in Smyrna, GA is seeking a proactive School Director to oversee daily operations, support a team of educators, and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families. You will uphold brand standards, lead staff development, and implement the Wonder of Learning curriculum while building strong school-family-community relationships.

This leadership role requires a bachelor's degree in early childhood education or related field, plus several years in early