Childcare Center Director

The Goddard School • Renton, WA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Goddard School® is seeking an experienced, visionary Center Director to lead our high‑quality early childhood education program. We are looking for a motivated, relationship‑driven leader who is passionate about nurturing young minds, supporting educators, and fostering a warm, engaging school community. As a leader in premium early childhood education for more than 30 years, The Goddard School® provides a play‑based, academically endorsed curriculum that supports children’s cognitive, physical, and social‑emotional development. Our Directors ensure that this mission comes to life every day through exceptional programming, strong family partnerships, and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field (Master’s preferred)
• Director certification or required WA state credentials (min 45 ECE)
• Minimum 2–3 years of successful preschool or center leadership experience
• Strong knowledge of developmentally appropriate practice and STEAM‑based curriculum
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Proven ability to lead teams, build relationships, and manage school operations
• Demonstrated success increasing enrollment and implementing new programs
• Ability to work between 7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Monday–Friday

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily school operations, ensuring high‑quality educational programming, smooth HR processes, and compliance with state licensing and Goddard QA standards.
• Recruit, train, coach, and inspire a team of dedicated early childhood educators. Foster a collaborative, growth‑oriented culture where teachers thrive.
• Build strong relationships with families, staff, community partners, and licensing authorities. Maintain high enrollment through proactive communication and exceptional service.
• Partner with the leadership team to implement curriculum, provide ongoing teacher support, and introduce innovative programs such as STEAM, phonics, and Wonder of Learning.
• Lead center communication efforts, including newsletters, monthly themes, and social media content to strengthen community connection.
• Maintain updated policies, handbooks, and emergency plans. Conduct regular facility inspections to ensure a safe, nurturing environment.
• Use data and best practices to enhance enrollment, support revenue growth, and continuously improve school performance.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Generous paid time off
• Professional development through Goddard Systems University (IACET‑accredited CEUs)
• State‑of‑the‑art facilities and resources
• Opportunities for community involvement
• A supportive, mission‑driven environment focused on high‑quality early education

What This Job Offers

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