Future Center Director Position

The Goddard School • Fort Wayne, IN

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About The Position

The Center Director leads the daily operations of a Goddard School, upholding brand, regulatory, and policy standards. The Director hires, trains, supervises, and supports staff; delivers the proprietary Wonder of Learning program; builds relationships with families and promotes the School in the community; manages the budget, enrollment, and resources; and maintains a safe, clean environment for children, staff, and visitors.

The role calls for a leader who is passionate about early childhood education, child development, and high-quality learning. The Wonder of Learning curriculum uses play and curiosity to support children's individual growth and develop skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and social-emotional relationships. The School describes its environment as supportive, collaborative, and focused on educational excellence. Each location is privately owned and operated by a franchisee, who sets local wages and benefits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field.
• At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education.
• At least 1 year of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices, and team leadership.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Genuine love for children and commitment to high-quality education.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory, and policy standards.
• Hire, train, supervise, and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team.
• Deliver the proprietary Wonder of Learning program.
• Build strong relationships with families and promote the School in the community.
• Manage the budget, enrollment, and resources for operational success.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and prepared environment for children, staff, and visitors.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on qualifications, education, and experience.
• Bonus opportunities and performance-based bonus.
• Paid time off based on tenure, up to 25 days annually.
• Paid major holidays and a paid one-week winter break.
• Additional paid day off for your birthday.
• Health insurance with employer contributions.
• Dental, vision, and disability insurance options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities.
• Tuition assistance and educational support for eligible employees.
• Opportunities for career advancement and long-term professional growth.
• Employee discounts.
• Free uniforms.
• Wellness resources.
• State-of-the-art facilities.
• Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager