Director Early Childhood

The Goddard School • Columbia, MD

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About The Position

The Goddard School in Columbia, Maryland is seeking a School Director to oversee daily operations, support educators, and maintain a high-quality learning environment for children and families. The Director upholds brand, licensing, regulatory, and policy standards; leads staff development; implements the Wonder of Learning proprietary curriculum; and builds relationships with families and the community.

The role includes leadership and administration, staff hiring and supervision, coaching and professional development, enrollment activities, family and community engagement, financial management, and maintaining a safe, clean environment. The Wonder of Learning program emphasizes learning through play and curiosity while building skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and social-emotional relationships.

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by franchisees, who are the employers and determine their own wages and benefit programs. Compensation for this position is listed as $65,000–$75,000 per year.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education, child development, education, or a related field.
• At least 8 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.
• A genuine love for children and commitment to high-quality education.
• Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience, and credential requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory, and policy standards.
• Hire, train, supervise, and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team.
• Build teams and coach and mentor educators.
• Develop staff training and professional development plans.
• Manage enrollment activities, tours, and class lists.
• 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.
• Implement the Wonder of Learning proprietary curriculum.

Benefits

• Bonus opportunities
• Professional development
• State-of-the-art facilities
• Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry
• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training and development
• Vision insurance

What This Job Offers

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