Assistant Director

About the role

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Director to assist with the daily operations of The Goddard School. The ideal candidate will ensure the health and well-being of all children, families, and faculty in a nurturing, supportive environment.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate record-keeping, both state and GSI requirements (eg, children’s files, faculty files)
• Manage classroom scheduling/schedule faculty
• Review Employee Handbook annually
• Conduct disaster drills (eg, fire, tornado) in accordance with GSI QA Standards and state licensing requirements
• Maintain compliance with GSI QA Standards
• Maintain a school inventory (eg, snacks, supplies)
• Plan and implement a program for professional growth
• Welcome all visitors to the School
• Answer telephone calls
• Schedule tours
• Follow through with all prospective customers
• Develop and maintain customer relations
• Conduct an orientation program for new families
• Conduct meetings with parent(s)/legal guardian(s) when necessary
• Develop and maintain community relations
• LICENSED
• Initiate and maintain a positive relationship with licensing agent/agency
• Maintain current licensing documentation
• Maintain licensing regulations
• PERSONNEL
• Manage faculty schedule
• Cover faculty orientation
• Maintain accurate faculty files
• Plan/implement bi-annual in-service meetings for faculty
• Plan first aid, CPR and any other required training
• Plan emergency preparedness training
• PROGRAM, PROGRAM SUPPORT, and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
• Conduct monthly classroom observations
• Keep abreast of research and development in the field of early childhood development
• Maintain a resource library at the School
• Plan/implement professional development programs
• Plan and implement a year-round calendar
• Plan and implement procedures for maintaining accurate classroom records
• Provide faculty assistance with lesson plan preparation and theme development
• Review lesson plan books weekly
• Review posted lesson plans monthly
• Review Daily Activity Reports periodically
• Review children’s portfolios regularly
• Ensure that each classroom has an effective management system in place
• Plan and implement visitors/activities

Qualifications

• Educational Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent
• Prior management experience
• Prior classroom experience (Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten)
• Oklahoma Director's Credential preferred
• Strong written and communication skills
• Displays fluency in written and oral communication
• A strong desire to mold and shape the minds of young children