Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® of Roscoe Village as our Executive Director! We are seeking a passionate and proactive leader to oversee our School operations with a commitment to excellence in early childhood education. This role offers the opportunity to lead a talented team, ensure compliance with licensing requirements, implement innovative curriculum and build meaningful connections with families and the community.
Benefits & Perks of Working at The Goddard School of Roscoe Village:
- Competitive pay based on experience
- Annual Bonus
- Comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) + match, paid time off (PTO), Sick/Flex Days
- Paid Holidays, Paid Winter Break
- Flexible spending accounts, health saving accounts, life insurance
- Maternity leave, short term disability
- Tuition reimbursement, continued focus on your professional development
- Childcare discounts
- A front-row seat to experience running a business – this could be a launchpad to owning your own School in the future!
- State-of-the-Art facilities
Director Key Responsibilities:
- Leadership and Administration:
- Support franchisee efforts in community outreach, create and maintain a professional LinkedIn page, and develop customer relations.
- Welcome visitors, assist with tours, and lead family orientations, ensuring all required paperwork is collected and reviewed.
- Oversee the school’s communication systems, including daily reports, newsletters, and event reminders.
- Maintain all school schedules, including weekly faculty schedules, whole school calendars, internal schedules (e.g., laundry, garden maintenance), and event schedules (e.g., graduation, parent and teacher gatherings).
- Staff Management:
- Manage employee records, including on-boarding, time-cards, benefits, and performance reviews.
- Lead faculty recruitment efforts, conduct interviews, and oversee the on-boarding and training of new teachers.
- Plan and implement ongoing professional development programs, including bi-annual in-service meetings and monthly faculty meetings.
- Implement and manage employee benefit programs, including gratitude checklists, points systems, and gas reimbursements.
- Curriculum and Program Development:
- Ensure that the educational programs meet the needs of all children
- Refine processes for student transitions and classroom checklists
- Support teachers in creating engaging and effective lesson plans
- Family and Community Engagement:
- Strengthen relationships with local schools, libraries, and businesses, and build connections with other Goddard directors.
- Address parent concerns and provide regular communication regarding their child’s progress
- Promote the school within the community and participate in outreach activities
- Financial Management:
- Manage the School's budget
- Ensure efficient allocation of resources
- Assist with enrollment
- 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
- Ensure the school is properly opened and closed daily, including door security, classroom readiness, and safety checks.
Qualifications:
- Must be DCFS Director Qualified
- Bachelor of Arts or Science Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
- 5-7 Years of Director Experience at a for-profit Center
- 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 and time management skills
- Have a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education
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.
