Center Director
About The Position
The Goddard School® in Eagan, MN is seeking a passionate and proactive leader to oversee daily operations, support a team of dedicated educators, and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families. As Director, you will be responsible for upholding brand and licensing standards, leading staff development, implementing the proprietary Wonder of Learning® curriculum, and building strong school-family-community relationships. This role offers an opportunity to nurture your growth and empower your success within a supportive, purpose-driven team that is shaping the future of early childhood education. The Goddard School (Eagan) values and empowers its educators, providing a vibrant and nurturing environment to develop teaching skills and make a difference in children's lives. The Wonder of Learning® program is an exclusive education program designed to foster learning through play and curiosity, instilling vital 21st-century skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and social-emotional relationships.
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
- 1+ year 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
- Train, supervise and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team
- Deliver our proprietary Wonder of Learning ® program, designed to spark curiosity, support individual growth and inspire a lifelong love of learning
- Build strong relationships with families and promote the School in the community
- Manage enrollment and resources for operational success
- Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors
Benefits
- Bonus opportunities
- Professional development
- State-of-the-Art facilities
- Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
Number of Employees
11-50 employees
