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Assistant Director Family & Faculty Engagement Earlychildhood

The Goddard School of Round Lake, IL

Round Lake, IL

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Skills, Best Practices, Child Development, Childcare, Communication Skills, Dental Insurance, Early Childhood Education, Health Insurance, Interpersonal Skills, Lesson Plans, Licensing, Licensing Compliance, Maintain Compliance, Multitasking, Operations, Organizational Skills, People Management, Record Keeping, Regulatory Compliance, Safety/Work Safety, Staff Training, State Laws and Regulations, Team Building, Team Lead/Manager, Time Management, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Tuition Fees, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Round Lake, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance

The Goddard School® located in Round Lake IL is looking for a motivated, self-starter for an Assistant Director position at our School. The Assistant Director of Family and Faculty Engagement will be the primary contact for staff culture, team building, family events and strengthening our partnership with families. As well as assisting in overseeing the daily operations of the school, ensuring the highest standards of education and care. This role involves supporting the Directors in managing staff, maintaining compliance with licensing requirements and fostering positive relationships with faculty, parents and the community.

Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Join our welcoming community, where you can grow and make a real difference in children’s lives every day. If you’re passionate about education and children, and ready to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you!

Assistant Director Key Responsibilities:
  1. Administrative Support:
    • Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the School
    • Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling, record-keeping, and reporting
    • Ensure compliance with state childcare licensing regulations
  2. Staff Management:
    • Support the recruitment, training and supervision of staff
    • Provide ongoing professional development opportunities for teachers
    • Manage and ensure the proper training of all staff members
  3. Curriculum and Program Development
    • Assist in the implementation of a high-quality educational program
    • Ensure that the educational programs meet the needs of all children
    • Support teachers in creating engaging and effective lesson plans
  4. Family and Community Engagement:
    • Build and maintain positive relationships with parents and families
    • Address parent concerns and provide regular communication regarding their child’s progress
    • Promote the schools within the community and participate in outreach activities
  5. 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
What We Offer: 
  • Competitive pay based on experience
  • Bonus opportunities 
  • Comprehensive benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance, IRA retirement, and paid time off (PTO)
  • A front-row seat to experience running a business with the owners on site – this could be a launchpad to owning your own School in the future
  • Continued focus on your professional development
  • State-of-the-Art facilities
  • Community outreach opportunities
  • Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry
Qualifications:
  • Minimum of Associates of Arts or Science Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
  • 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, time management, and multitasking skills
  • Have a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education
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.

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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The Goddard School of Round Lake, IL