Goddard School Director

Goddard School Director

Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® in Gwinnett County as our School Director! 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.

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

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.

• 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.

• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field.
• Current director at a licensed ECE center.
• 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.

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.