What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director, Early Childhood Education position at The Goddard School of Doylestown (Bailiwick), PA?
Benefits:
The Goddard School® in Doylestown is looking for a Director of Operations. We are seeking a passionate and proactive leader to oversee our School operations with a commitment to excellence in early childhood education. The right candidate should have strong leadership skills, excellent communication and organized. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented team, ensure compliance with licensing requirements, and build meaningful connections with families and the community.
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:
What We Offer (varies by location):
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
The Goddard School® in Doylestown is looking for a Director of Operations. We are seeking a passionate and proactive leader to oversee our School operations with a commitment to excellence in early childhood education. The right candidate should have strong leadership skills, excellent communication and organized. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented team, ensure compliance with licensing requirements, and build meaningful connections with families and the community.
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
- 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
- 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
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Bonus opportunities
- Comprehensive benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with match, 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
- 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
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.
