Director, Early Childhood Education
The Goddard School
- Parsippany, New Jersey
- 30+ days ago
- $50,000–$60,000 Per Year
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Skills
- Budget Managementunmatched
- Child Developmentunmatched
- Childcareunmatched
- Coachingunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Continuous Improvementunmatched
- Early Childhood Educationunmatched
- Leadershipunmatched
- Lesson Plansunmatched
- Licensingunmatched
- Multitaskingunmatched
- Organizational Skillsunmatched
- Presentation/Verbal Skillsunmatched
- Quality Assuranceunmatched
- Safety Standardsunmatched
- Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
- State Laws and Regulationsunmatched
- System Operationsunmatched
- Team Lead/Managerunmatched
- Time Managementunmatched
- Training/Teachingunmatched
- Training/Teaching Curriculumunmatched
- Writing Skillsunmatched
Description
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
The Goddard School® located in Parsippany, NJ is looking for a motivated, self-starter for a Director position at our School. The ideal candidate must have strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, and a good understanding of a developmentally appropriate learning program for young children. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the ability to motivate and inspire others.
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.
A leader in the franchised premium preschool industry, The Goddard School® uses a professional approach to provide the highest standard of health and safety, to develop a lifelong love of learning. The Goddard School faculty is made of caring and dedicated teachers who understand each child’s needs. The faculty members are highly qualified, early childhood educators who use their creativity and the state-specific learning outcomes as the basis for unique lesson plans brought to life in a fun and imaginative way.
The director's responsibilities include the following:
- Overseeing the operations of the School, specifically focusing on educational programming, relationship building, faculty training & development, and quality assurance
- Using a growth mindset to train, coach, and develop the School for the future
- Developing strong relationships with our families
- Managing a budget
- Complying with state childcare licensing regulations
- Projecting a positive and upbeat attitude while working in a fast-paced environment
- Demonstrating highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
- Having a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education
What We Offer:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Bonus opportunities
- 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 – our Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- State-of-the-Art facilities
- Community outreach opportunities
- Resource programs
- 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 verbal and written communication skills
- An inspirational leader and team builder
- Proactive about building relationships with new families and maintaining high enrollment to make sure the students have access to the best curriculum available
- Organized and able to multitask, strategically resolves challenges, and has a great attitude
- Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement
About Goddard Schools
As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety. We are proudly accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning: A Network of Battelle for Kids.
Compensation: $50,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
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.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Parsippany, New Jersey |
| Industry | Education |
| Salary | $50,000–$60,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Website | http://www.goddardschool.com/chicago/plainfield-joliet-theodore-street-il#moreFromThisSchool |
About Company
The Goddard School provides the foundation to encourage a child's lifelong love of learning .In our warm, caring atmosphere, dedicated teachers support the development of children from 6 weeks to 8 years old. Our year round program offers families the choice of either half day or full day schedule.
We are delighted to be the on-site owners of The Goddard School on Theodore Street in Plainfield. We welcome the opportunity for you to join our team by providing the best educational child care for children. Our play-based curriculum taught by our wonderful degreed teachers in a nurturing learning environment, is tailored to meet the social, intellectual, physical and emotional needs of each individual child. We are not a daycare, but rather a preschool with purpose.
Rundy and Karen Wells