Director, Early Childhood Education / Preschool

Director Position At The Goddard School In Flemington, NJ

The Goddard School located in Flemington, NJ is looking for a motivated, self-starter for a Director position at our School. The ideal candidate must have strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, and a good understanding of a developmentally appropriate learning program for young children. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the ability to motivate and inspire others.

In The Goddard School's unique and flexible learning environment, child development is about more than just reaching milestones. It's about turning everyday encounters into teachable moments, allowing children's interests to influence their learning experiences through a balance of academic, mental, physical, and social-emotional growth.

A leader in the franchised premium preschool industry, The Goddard School uses a professional approach to provide the highest standard of health and safety, to develop a lifelong love of learning. The Goddard School faculty is made of caring and dedicated teachers who understand each child's needs. The faculty members are highly qualified, early childhood educators who use their creativity and the state-specific learning outcomes as the basis for unique lesson plans brought to life in a fun and imaginative way.

The director's responsibilities include the following :

• Overseeing the operations of the School, specifically focusing on educational programming, relationship building, faculty training & development, and quality assurance
• Using a growth mindset to train, coach, and develop the School for the future
• Developing strong relationships with our families
• Managing a budget
• Complying with state childcare licensing regulations
• Projecting a positive and upbeat attitude while working in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrating highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills
• Having a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education

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About Goddard Schools :

As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety. We are proudly accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning : A Network of Battelle for Kids.