Assistant Director of Instruction & Faculty Development

The Goddard School•Fairfield, NJ

1d•$24 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Goddard School® located in Fairfield, NJ is looking for a motivated, self-starter for our Assistant Director of Instruction & Faculty Development role with the hours of 845pm to 545pm Monday through Friday. This position works alongside our Executive Director and another Assistant Director. The Assistant Director of Instruction & Faculty Development is a completely hands-on leadership role focused on strengthening instructional quality, curriculum implementation, and classroom practices across the school. This position works side-by-side with teachers in classrooms to support lesson plan implementation, effective use of curriculum, early childhood best practices, and positive classroom management strategies. The coach serves as a mentor, model, and thought partner—helping teachers grow in confidence and skill while ensuring alignment with school expectations, curriculum standards, and quality assurance practices. While the majority of the role is classroom-based, dedicated time is also spent collaborating with faculty and leadership outside the classroom to ensure consistency, communication, and shared goals.

Requirements

CDA, Associates or BA Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
Previous management experience
Previous teaching experience in ECE with a strong understanding of inquiry based curriculum implementation
Must be able to work 845am to 545pm
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education best practices.
Organized and able to multitask, strategically resolves challenges, and has a great attitude
Demonstrate highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
Have a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education

Nice To Haves

Instructional leader who coaches rather than evaluates
Relationship-driven and supportive
Highly observant, reflective, and proactive
Comfortable working directly in classrooms and navigating real-time situations
Committed to continuous improvement and professional growth for themselves and others
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and systems-focused
Strong communication and follow-up skills
Comfortable having direct, professional conversations regarding compliance and accountability

Responsibilities

Instructional Coaching & Curriculum Support Observe classroom instruction and lesson plan implementation to ensure alignment with curriculum expectations and developmental appropriateness
Coach teachers on effective curriculum implementation, including planning, pacing, differentiation, and engagement strategies
Model instructional strategies, learning centers, transitions, and classroom routines as needed
Support teachers in translating lesson plans into meaningful, intentional classroom experiences
Faculty Mentorship & Professional Growth Build positive, trusting relationships with teachers to support professional growth and confidence
Provide real-time coaching, feedback, and problem-solving support within the classroom
Assist teachers in reflecting on instructional practices and identifying areas for growth
Support new and developing teachers through mentorship, modeling, and guided practice
Classroom Management & Child Guidance Coach teachers through classroom management situations using developmentally appropriate, positive guidance strategies
Support teachers in addressing challenging behaviors with consistency, empathy, and best practices
Model calm, effective responses during classroom challenges
Collaborate with leadership and teachers on proactive behavior supports and classroom structure
Quality & Best Practices Implementation Promote early childhood education best practices aligned with licensing requirements, curriculum standards, and quality assurance expectations
Support consistent implementation of school-wide instructional and behavioral expectations
Identify trends, strengths, and areas for improvement across classrooms and share insights with leadership
Assist in maintaining high standards of instructional quality across all age groups
Collaboration & Alignment Participate in out-of-classroom meetings with faculty and leadership to ensure alignment on goals, expectations, and instructional priorities
Collaborate with leadership on professional development needs and coaching focus areas
Support school-wide initiatives related to curriculum, assessment, and instructional improvement
Serve as a bridge between classroom teachers and leadership to promote clarity, consistency, and shared understanding
Work Environment & Schedule Majority of the day spent actively working in classrooms alongside teachers
Scheduled time for coaching meetings, planning, reflection, and collaboration with leadership
Flexible and responsive role based on classroom needs and school priorities