Program Director

School Director

Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School at 1703 N. Beauregard Street Alexandria, VA 22311 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. 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.

Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Apply today and become part of a supportive, purpose-driven team that is shaping the futureone 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