Childcare Director
Leadership and Administration
- Support franchisee efforts in community outreach
- Create and maintain a professional LinkedIn page
- Develop customer relations
- Welcome visitors
- Assist with tours
- Lead family orientations
- Ensure all required paperwork is collected and reviewed
- Maintain all school schedules
Staff Management
- Manage employee records
- Lead faculty recruitment efforts
- Conduct interviews
- Oversee the on-boarding and training of new teachers
- Plan and implement ongoing professional development programs
- Conduct bi-annual in-service meetings
- Host monthly faculty meetings
Curriculum and Program Development
- Ensure that the educational programs meet the needs of all children
- Refine processes for student transitions and classroom checklists
- Support teachers in creating engaging and effective lesson plans
Family and Community Engagement
- Strengthen relationships with local schools, libraries, and businesses
- Build connections with other Goddard directors
- Address parent concerns
- Provide regular communication regarding their child’s progress
- Promote the school within the community
- Participate in outreach activities
Financial Management
- Manage the School's budget
- Ensure efficient allocation of resources
- Aid with enrollment
Health and Safety
- Ensure a safe and healthy environment for children, staff, and visitors
- Conduct regular safety drills
- Maintain emergency preparedness
- Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of the facility
- Perform daily safety checks, including door security, classroom readiness, and safety inspections
Must be qualified to be a Director of a Childcare Facility as per the Texas Health and Human Service Commission: Child Care Regulation Department
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field is preferred
- 5-7 Years of Director Experience at a for-profit Childcare Center
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education best practices
- An inspirational leader and team builder
- Organized and able to multitask, strategically resolves challenges, and has a great attitude
- Demonstrate highly effective organizational and time management skills
- Have a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
Schedule
The schedule varies by location.
Pay
Pay is competitive based on experience.
Skills
Not specified
Benefits
- Childcare discounts
- State-of-the-Art facilities
- A front-row seat to experience running a business – this could be a launchpad to owning your own School in the future!
Company Information
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.