Director of Education
The Goddard School of Allen (West), TX•Allen, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Goddard School® of Allen (West), TX is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Education to lead our early childhood program with excellence, integrity, and vision. This role is ideal for a strong instructional leader who is passionate about early childhood education, thrives in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to developing both children and educators. You will play a critical role in maintaining high-quality standards, mentoring teachers, and ensuring an exceptional experience for families.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of experience as a Director in a licensed childcare facility (Texas required)
- Strong knowledge of Texas Child Care Licensing standards
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and comfortable learning new systems
- Ability to multitask, problem-solve, and lead in a fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Texas Rising Stars and/or accreditation systems preferred
- Familiarity with Conscious Discipline or similar approach preferred
Responsibilities
- Oversee curriculum implementation across all classrooms
- Ensure lesson plans are developmentally appropriate and consistently executed, including materials and resources
- Conduct regular classroom observations and provide timely feedback
- Maintain high-quality standards aligned with Texas Rising Stars and Cognia accreditation
- Coach, mentor, and support teachers through ongoing feedback and training
- Lead professional development, staff meetings, and curriculum planning sessions
- Support onboarding and training of new staff in the classroom
- Conduct performance evaluations (90-day and annual reviews)
- Ensure compliance with Texas Child Care Licensing Minimum Standards
- Maintain accurate records, classroom documentation, and program visibility
- Monitor classroom environments, materials, and overall quality
- Support parent communication, conferences, and meetings
- Conduct tours for prospective families as needed
- Assist with school events, marketing efforts, and community engagement
- Partner with Owner and Director of Operations on hiring, planning, and budgeting
- Contribute to annual planning, school events, and strategic initiatives
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Wellness resources
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Health insurance
- Gym membership
- Paid professional development and training
- Career growth and advancement opportunities
- Supportive leadership team and positive work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
