Preschool Center Co-Director

The Goddard School

Reading, Massachusetts

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Child Development, Child Support, Childcare, Coaching, Dental Insurance, Early Childhood Education, Health Insurance, Kindergarten, Leadership, Licensing Compliance, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Maintain Compliance, Operations, Parental Controls, Performance Management, Physical Demands, Problem Solving Skills, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, State Laws and Regulations, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Training/Teaching, Tuition Fees, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Reading, Massachusetts
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Vision insurance
We are seeking an experienced Preschool Center Co-Director to join the leadership team at our premier school in Reading, MA. This role is ideal for a strong leader and passionate educator committed to delivering an exceptional experience for children, families, and staff.

Full-time, year-round | Monday–Friday | Shared opening/closing shifts 
 
Salary range of $65,000 – $75,000+ annually, based on experience, education, and EEC certifications, plus annual bonus eligibility for EEC Director Qualified Candidates. 

BENEFITS AND PERKS 
  • Health, dental and vision insurance
  • IRA with employer match
  • PTO and holidays
  • Low ratios 
  • Modern facilities 
  • Plenty of staff perks
  • Generous management 
RESPONSIBILITIES
Operations:
Oversee daily operations, including staffing, parent relations, and facilities. 
Program Quality: Ensure delivery of curriculum-aligned programs that support development and kindergarten readiness, including summer programs.
Employee Success: Build a positive team culture through coaching, development, performance management, and issue resolution.
Parent Relations: Lead team culture, training, and performance management. 
Licensing Compliance: Maintain full compliance with state and franchise regulations, ensuring accurate records and a safe environment.

QUALIFICATIONS
Education (Required): Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
ECE Leadership Experience (Required): Minimum 4-8 years as a Director in a licensed Childcare Center with 100+ students and 35+ teachers.
Certification (Required): Director II Certification.
Physical Requirements (Required): Ability to lift up to 50 lbs to support child safety, including lifting infants and assisting in emergency situations. 

FINAL STATEMENTS
We take pride in creating a positive, respectful environment for our team—one where you can do meaningful work and feel supported every day.

 
Compensation: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year




Each center is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the center, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of each center. All inquiries about employment at these schools should be made directly to the center location, and not to Grow Your Center Corporate.

About the Company

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The Goddard School

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
COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
WEBSITE
http://www.goddardschool.com/chicago/plainfield-joliet-theodore-street-il#moreFromThisSchool