What are the responsibilities and job description for the Childcare Director at The Goddard School position at The Goddard School?
Benefits:
Are you an experienced early childhood education professional ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Join the exceptional team at The Goddard School® in Hillsborough, NJ as part of our director Team and help shape the future of young learners in a nurturing, high-quality environment.
As Director, you’ll have the opportunity to lead a passionate team, build strong family partnerships, ensure excellence in curriculum and care, and cultivate a community where every child thrives.
What You’ll Do As Director
Leadership & Operations
At The Goddard School®, we go beyond milestones. We believe in turning everyday moments into powerful learning opportunities. Our curriculum balances academic foundations with social-emotional growth, all within a flexible, nurturing environment led by exceptional educators like you.
Ready to bring your leadership to a place where you’ll be empowered to thrive and make a meaningful difference?
Apply today and help shape the future—one child, one teacher, and one family at a time.
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.
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Free food & snacks
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Are you an experienced early childhood education professional ready to take the next step in your leadership journey? Join the exceptional team at The Goddard School® in Hillsborough, NJ as part of our director Team and help shape the future of young learners in a nurturing, high-quality environment.
As Director, you’ll have the opportunity to lead a passionate team, build strong family partnerships, ensure excellence in curriculum and care, and cultivate a community where every child thrives.
What You’ll Do As Director
Leadership & Operations
- Oversee the daily operations of the school with professionalism and heart
- Uphold all state licensing, NAEYC, and Goddard brand standards
- Develop and implement effective policies and systems
- Recruit, onboard, and lead an outstanding team of educators
- Conduct staff evaluations and promote continuous professional growth
- Foster a collaborative, respectful, and positive workplace culture
- Ensure implementation of a dynamic, high-quality educational program
- Support teachers in creating developmentally appropriate and engaging lesson plans
- Monitor classroom performance and child progress
- Build trusting, communicative relationships with families
- Address parent concerns with empathy and professionalism
- Represent the School within the community through events and outreach
- Manage the School’s budget with accuracy and foresight
- Optimize resource allocation for educational and operational excellence
- Champion a safe and healthy learning environment
- Lead emergency preparedness and safety protocols
- Ensure facility cleanliness and compliance with health regulations
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, Simple IRA, PTO)*
- Direct mentorship from on-site owners—a unique opportunity to learn the business of early education
- Clear pathway to career growth
- State-of-the-art classrooms and learning materials
- Professional development support to keep you learning and leading
- A vibrant, purpose-driven community that values innovation and excellence
- Bachelor’s degree in early childhood education or a related field
- Strong knowledge of child development and best practices in early learning
- Proven experience as a team leader or director in a licensed childcare setting
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- A strategic thinker with a solution-focused mindset
- A genuine passion for children, families, and early education
At The Goddard School®, we go beyond milestones. We believe in turning everyday moments into powerful learning opportunities. Our curriculum balances academic foundations with social-emotional growth, all within a flexible, nurturing environment led by exceptional educators like you.
Ready to bring your leadership to a place where you’ll be empowered to thrive and make a meaningful difference?
Apply today and help shape the future—one child, one teacher, and one family at a time.
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.
