Director, Operations - Early Childhood Education - #1414566

The Goddard School


Date: 11 hours ago
City: Alexandria, VA
Contract type: Full time
Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance


Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School in Alexandria (Old Town), VA as our Operations Director! We are seeking a passionate and proactive leader to oversee our School operations with a commitment to excellence in early childhood education. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented team, ensure compliance with licensing requirements, implement innovative curriculum and build meaningful connections with families and the community. We offer highly competitive salary and incentives.

Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Join our welcoming community, where you can grow and make a real difference in children’s lives every day. If you’re passionate about education and children, and ready to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you!

Director Key Responsibilities:

  • Leadership and Administration:
  • Lead daily operations of the school
  • Maintain regulatory and brand standards
  • Develop and implement school policies and procedures.
  • Staff Management:
  • Recruit, train and supervise staff members
  • Conduct performance evaluations and provide ongoing professional development
  • Manage and ensure the proper training of all staff members
  • Foster a positive and collaborative work environment
  • Curriculum and Program Development:
  • Implement a high-quality educational program
  • Ensure that the educational programs meet the needs of all children
  • Support teachers in creating engaging and effective lesson plans
  • Family and Community Engagement:
  • Build and maintain positive relationships with parents and families
  • Address parent concerns and provide regular communication regarding their child’s progress
  • Promote the schools within the community and participate in outreach activities
  • Financial Management:
  • Develop and manage the School's budget
  • Ensure efficient allocation of resources
  • Oversee enrollment and maintain accurate financial records
  • Health and Safety:
  • Ensure a safe and healthy environment for children, staff, and visitors
  • Conduct regular safety drills and maintain emergency preparedness
  • Oversee the maintenance and cleanliness of the facility


What We Offer (varies by location):

  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), and paid time off (PTO)
  • A front-row seat to experience running a business with the owners on site – this could be a launchpad to owning your own School in the future
  • Continued focus on your professional development
  • State-of-the-Art facilities
  • Community outreach opportunities
  • Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry


Qualifications:

  • Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong understanding of child development and early childhood education best practices
  • An inspirational leader and team builder
  • Organized and able to multitask, strategically resolves challenges, and has a great attitude
  • Demonstrate highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
  • Have a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education


In The Goddard School's unique and flexible learning environment, child development is about more than just reaching milestones. It’s about turning everyday encounters into teachable moments, allowing children’s interests to influence their learning experiences through a balance of academic, mental, physical, and social-emotional growth.

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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