Director of Education

The Goddard SchoolColumbia, Maryland

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Benefits:

Bonus based on performance
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Training & development
Vision insurance
Company parties
Employee discounts
Free uniforms
Parental leave
Profit sharing
Signing bonus

Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® at: 10220 Old Columbia Road, STE A Columbia, MD 21046 as our School Director of Education! We’re seeking a passionate and proactive leader to oversee daily operations, support a team of dedicated educators and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families. As Director, you’ll uphold brand and licensing standards, lead staff development, implement our Wonder of Learning® proprietary curriculum and build strong school-family-community relationships. This position will be located at our new Maple Lawn location at 7760 Montpelier Rd, Laurel MD. As a new school, your responsibilities will include growing enrollment, training new staff, and building a loving, caring, and extraordinary culture for families and staff.

Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Apply today and become part of a supportive, purpose-driven team that is shaping the future—one child, one family and one educator at a time.

Director Key Responsibilities:

Leadership and Administration: Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory and policy standards
Staff Management: Hire, train, supervise and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team
Curriculum and Program Development: Deliver our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program*, designed to spark curiosity, support individual growth and inspire a lifelong love of learning
Family and Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with families and promote the School in the community
Financial Management: Manage the budget, enrollment and resources for operational success
Health and Safety: Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors

Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education and 1+ year in a leadership role
Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices and team leadership
Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
A genuine love for children and commitment to high-quality education
Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements

Wonder of Learning® is our exclusive education program designed to embrace how children learn best — through play and curiosity. Our curriculum is designed to make learning enjoyable while instilling vital 21st-century skills such as teamwork, problem-solving and social-emotional relationships.

Compensation: $65,000.00 - $75,000.00 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.}

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