School Director

The Goddard School • Medford, NJ

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® in Medford, NJ as our School Director! We’re 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’ll uphold brand and licensing standards, lead staff development, implement our Wonder of Learning® proprietary curriculum and build strong school-family-community 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
• At least 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
• Hire, 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 the budget, enrollment and resources for operational success
• Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Childcare discounts

What This Job Offers

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