Assistant Director

About the role

The Goddard School of Fairfield is a nationally recognized early childhood education program serving children from infancy through Pre-K. We are proud recipients of numerous system-wide recognitions, including Circle of Excellence status, Cognia Accreditation, and being ranked among the top-performing Goddard Schools in the country. Unlike many schools, our owner and leadership team are actively involved in the daily operations of the school. Our collaborative leadership team includes an On-Site Owner, Executive Director, Assistant Directors, and classroom leadership who work together to support children, families, and faculty. We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and relationship-focused Assistant Director to join our leadership team.

Responsibilities

• Review and provide feedback on lesson plans
• Support implementation of The Goddard School's Wonder of Learning® curriculum
• Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching to teachers
• Auxiliary with curriculum displays and learning documentation
• Conduct health and safety audits
• Support licensing compliance and quality assurance initiatives
• Maintain incident and illness logs
• Auxiliary with emergency drills and safety procedures
• Ensure compliance boards and required postings remain current
• Provide coaching and mentoring to teachers
• Auxiliary with onboarding and training of new employees
• Serve as a resource for faculty throughout the day

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field preferred
• CDA or equivalent credentials considered
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an early childhood setting
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, professional, and team-oriented mindset
• Familiarity with licensing regulations and quality standards preferred

What Makes This Position Unique?

• Work alongside an experienced and highly involved leadership team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children, families, and faculty
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
• Supportive school culture focused on collaboration and excellence
• Balance of administrative leadership and classroom engagement

Benefits

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Childcare Discount
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Supportive Leadership Team