Assistant Director

The Goddard School•Yukon, OK

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Goddard School of Yukon is seeking a motivated, dependable, and experienced early childhood education professional to serve as Assistant Director. This hands-on leadership position supports the daily operations of the school and helps ensure high standards of education and care. The Assistant Director works with the leadership team to support staff, maintain compliance with licensing requirements, and build positive relationships with families and the community. The role involves supporting and coaching teachers, assisting with staff scheduling and classroom coverage, helping maintain classroom quality and curriculum implementation, keeping accurate records, and providing hands-on classroom support when needed. The Assistant Director also assists with scheduled opening or closing procedures, including end-of-day responsibilities. The successful candidate takes initiative, communicates openly, follows through, adapts to changing needs, and leads by example while supporting a positive school culture. The school uses Wonder of Learning®, its play- and curiosity-based education program, which is designed to develop skills including teamwork, problem-solving, and social-emotional relationships. Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by franchisees, who set their own wage and benefit programs; these vary by location.

Requirements

At least 3 years of professional experience working in a licensed childcare center.
Previous experience leading, supervising, mentoring, or supporting teaching staff.
Working knowledge of childcare licensing regulations, classroom ratios, and daily center operations.
Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-focused in challenging situations.
Dependable work ethic, consistent attendance, punctuality, and strong follow-through.
Ability to balance multiple responsibilities and adapt to the changing needs of a busy school.
Willingness to assist in classrooms and support teachers whenever needed.
Availability to work Monday through Friday, including scheduled closing responsibilities.
Ability to meet all applicable Oklahoma childcare employment and background-check requirements.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as an Assistant Director, Director, Education Coordinator, or Lead Teacher.
Experience communicating with families and addressing concerns professionally.
Familiarity with early childhood curriculum implementation and classroom quality standards.

Responsibilities

Partner with the Owner, Director, and Director of Education to support daily school operations.
Provide guidance, encouragement, and coaching to teachers while maintaining high classroom standards.
Assist with staff scheduling, classroom coverage, breaks, and daily transitions.
Help ensure compliance with Oklahoma childcare licensing requirements, including classroom ratios and safety procedures.
Build positive, professional relationships with families and provide thoughtful, timely communication.
Support curriculum implementation, classroom organization, and overall program quality.
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and school procedures.
Provide hands-on classroom support and assist teachers whenever needed.
Assist with opening or closing procedures as scheduled, including end-of-day responsibilities.
Model professionalism, accountability, confidentiality, and a positive attitude.
Help create a supportive team environment in which teachers feel valued and encouraged to grow.