Director of Education
The Goddard SchoolAbout the role
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Responsibilities
· Build strong, positive, trustworthy relationships with all stakeholders (children, faculty, parents, Goddard Systems, On-Site Operator).
· Interview, onboard, train, mentor, support faculty with classroom environment, learning, instruction, and behavior management.
· Oversee the professional development of faculty including the evaluation and growth process.
· Plan and facilitate the school’s regular faculty meetings as well as in-service days (and attend and lead those meetings), to include routine school matters and mission related educational discussions, and programs for professional growth.
· Mentor and coach faculty to ensure a positive, inspiring, safe, intentional, fun learning environment.
· Observe and support children and partner with families to ensure a productive learning and growing experience.
· Supervise the implementation of the Wonder of Learning Curriculum, School specific curriculums.
· Support the daily operation of the school including managing staff, parents, children, health & safety, education.
· Model a highly visible presence of the school’s values and the standard for professional behavior.
This Goddard School is a trilingual preschool which teaches English, Spanish, and Mandarin in a Reggio-Emilia style approach from birth through Pre-K.Experience
Experience
- 5-7 Years as a Pre-School Director
- Proven experience in project management within an educational setting.
- Strong background in academic advising, curriculum development, and recruiting.
- Knowledge of Reggio- Emilia philosophy and approach
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills are essential for success in this role.
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.
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