Educational Director

The Goddard School • Blue Bell, PA

7h • Onsite

About The Position

The Goddard School of Blue Bell is seeking an experienced, dependable, and motivated Educational Director to join its leadership team. This is a hands-on leadership role supporting teachers, building relationships with families, and helping the early childhood education center run smoothly. The role is suited to an organized and approachable childcare professional who can make decisions, take initiative, and step into classrooms when needed.

The Educational Director supports the Director with daily school operations, staff guidance, classroom quality, licensing compliance, family communication, enrollment, records, and school procedures. The position is expected to work 38–42 hours per week, Monday through Friday, including opening or closing responsibilities as needed. The school describes its environment as vibrant and nurturing, with an emphasis on supporting educators and making a difference in children's lives.

Requirements

• 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 center operations.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Ability to remain calm, professional, and solution-focused in challenging situations.
• Dependable attendance, punctuality, and consistent follow-through.
• Availability to work Monday through Friday, including opening or closing responsibilities.
• Ability to meet applicable Pennsylvania childcare employment and background-check requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Experience as an Assistant Director, Director, Education Coordinator, or Lead Teacher.
• Experience managing staff schedules, classroom coverage, and daily operations.
• Early Childhood Education degree, CDA, or related credentials.

Responsibilities

• Support the Director with the daily operation of the school.
• Guide, encourage, and coach teachers to maintain high classroom standards.
• Assist with staff scheduling, classroom coverage, breaks, and transitions.
• Help ensure compliance with Pennsylvania childcare licensing requirements.
• Build positive relationships and communicate professionally with families.
• Assist with enrollment, school tours, and family concerns.
• Support curriculum implementation and classroom quality.
• Maintain accurate records, documentation, and school procedures.
• Assist in classrooms and with closing responsibilities as needed.
• Help maintain a positive, accountable, and supportive team environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed