Executive Director of Early Childcare

Advance Your Career as an Executive Director of Early Childhood at The Goddard School of East Side of Seattle

Are you a highly skilled wha Director looking to elevate your career? Join The Goddard School of East Side of Seattle as an Executive Director of Early Childhood, where you'll play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless operation of our center, creating a nurturing environment where children, families, and staff can thrive. The Executive Director of Early Childhood will assume the highest-ranking role within the center, overseeing all aspects of operations and leadership.

Position: Executive Director of Early Childhood
Location: The Goddard School of East Side of Seattle

About the Role:

As the Executive Director of Early Childhood, you will oversee daily operations, ensuring all programs meet and exceed National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards. You'll embody The Goddard School's mission, values, and philosophies, fostering an inclusive environment and maintaining strong relationships with children, families, and staff. In this leadership role, you'll collaborate closely with the Owner, Regional Director, and staff to deliver consistent, high-quality care and education.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage day-to-day operations to ensure efficiency and effectiveness across the center.
• Drive enrollment growth through proactive sales and marketing strategies, ensuring that the school reaches its full capacity along with achieving key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Lead the development and implementation of diversity programs that promote an inclusive environment for all children, families, and staff.
• Serve as the primary representative for The Goddard School of East Side of Seattle, addressing operational, staffing, and parent/guardian concerns.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with staff, families, and clients, getting to know the children and staff at the school.
• Assess center operations, identify challenges, and implement timely solutions while keeping the Owner and Regional Director informed.
• Provide support and guidance to staff and parents/guardians regarding The Goddard School's policies and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with state and local licensing regulations, as well as health, safety, and The Goddard School’s standards.
• Verify that all necessary inspections, such as health, building, and licensing, are current and up to date.
• Ensure that the center has the resources needed, including technology, financial systems, and manuals for staff and parents/guardians.
• Coordinate and facilitate training for both new and current staff on essential systems and programs, including First Aid, CPR, and Bloodborne Pathogens.
• Serve as a mentor to school staff, providing leadership and guidance.
• Assist with marketing, recruitment, and licensing efforts as needed.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education (ECE) or a related field.
• 5 years of experience in child care teaching, along with 4 years of supervisory or leadership experience in this field.
• Proven experience as a Director, ideally in a multi-site or regional role.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, leadership, and supervisory skills.
• Sensitivity to the needs of families, staff, and clients.
• Personal attributes: flexible, outgoing, calm, confident, motivational, and independent. Takes initiative and excels in team-building.
• Proficient in technology related to payroll, benefits, and other operational procedures.

Additional Requirements:

• Must comply with state, federal, and The Goddard School’s guidelines on immunizations, physical requirements, and health and safety training.
• Maintain a high level of mental and physical alertness and energy to fulfill job duties.
• Respond effectively and promptly to multiple or unexpected situations or emergencies.
• Demonstrate expertise in communication, leadership, organization, systems management, customer service, and direct care.
• Knowledgeable in managing business operations and financial performance of centers.
• Proficient with business technology platforms.

Compensation:

The compensation for this role includes a competitive base salary along with a flexible component based on key performance indicators, including enrollment growth, customer satisfaction, and the successful implementation of diversity programs. This structure allows for additional earning potential through incentives, rewarding you for meeting and exceeding performance goals.

Compensation Range: $90,000 - $120,000 annually (fixed & flexible components)
This compensation range reflects what The Goddard School anticipates offering for this position. Actual salary offers will depend on factors such as experience, education, certifications, and location.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 9-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Director experience: 3 years (Required)
• Leadership skills: 5 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• East Side of Seattle, WA (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• East Side of Seattle, WA: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

• In person

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Bothell, WA 98011 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bothell, WA 98011: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $80,000 - $115,000