Preschool Assistant Director

Benefits: 401(k)401(k) matchingBonus based on performanceCompany partiesCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discountsHealth insuranceOpportunity for advancementPaid time offParental leaveSigning bonusTuition assistanceVision insuranceWellness resources Preschool Director 💼 Compensation & Benefits: Salary: $55,000–$60,000 base + Sign On Bonus + performance-based bonuses throughout the year Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental, vision Time Off: 15 days in Year 1 + all holidays + one paid week off for Winter Break Childcare: Free Childcare Retirement: 401K with company match Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement, Goddard Director's Convention, and more! ✨ What You’ll Be Doing: 🌱 Operations Assist with day-to-day operations of the school, including staff scheduling, hiring, events, and family communicationsEnsure compliance with DCFS licensing and Goddard Quality Assurance standards 👩‍🏫 Faculty Support & Development Assist with recruiting, training, and retaining a strong team of educatorsAssist with conducting regular performance evaluations and creating individualized growth plans 📊 Administrative & Classroom Oversight Keep child and employee records organized and up to dateObserve classrooms and provide constructive feedback 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family & Community Engagement Build warm, trust-based relationships with families and address parent concerns promptly and thoughtfullyRepresent the school at community events and maintain a visible social media presence 💻 Technology & Communication Use platforms like Outlook, Teams, Excel, OneNote, Constant Contact, Canva, and Zoom for day-to-day tasksCreate clear and professional communication for families and staff ✅ What We’re Looking For: Associate's or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (required) Director-qualified by DCFS/IDEC (required) 3+ years of experience in early childhood educationStrong organizational and communication skillsTech-savvy with the ability to train and support others in digital toolsA heart for children and a commitment to staff growth and well-being 🧡 Why Join Us? At The Goddard School of Roscoe Village, we believe in growing together. We support our staff with the same care we give our students—because happy teachers create thriving classrooms. We're seeking someone who’s not just qualified, but dedicated, dependable, and here for the long haul. Ready to step into a leadership role where you’ll be valued, supported, and inspired every day? APPLY TODAY! 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.