Highlights
We are seeking a passionate, proactive, bubbly, and inspiring leader who brings positive energy every day to oversee school operations while fostering a nurturing, high-quality learning environment for children, staff, and families. At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education and 1+ year in a leadership role (Highly Preferred).
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Carmel, Indiana |
| Industry | Education |
| Salary | $40,000–$50,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Website | http://www.goddardschool.com/chicago/plainfield-joliet-theodore-street-il#moreFromThisSchool |
Description
Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
- Bonus opportunities
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® in Fishers as our Director! We are seeking a passionate, proactive, bubbly, and inspiring leader who brings positive energy every day to oversee school operations while fostering a nurturing, high-quality learning environment for children, staff, and families. The ideal candidate is a happy, relationship-focused professional who thrives on building strong connections, motivating teams, and creating an engaging school culture.
As Director, you’ll uphold brand and licensing standards, lead a dedicated team, lead staff development, implement our Wonder of Learning® proprietary curriculum and build strong school-family-community relationships.What You’ll Do Leadership & Administration
- Oversee the daily operations of the school
- Ensure compliance with state licensing and Goddard brand standards
- Develop and implement policies and procedures that uphold our mission
Staff Management
- Recruit, onboard, train, and supervise faculty and staff
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development
- Foster a positive, team-oriented workplace culture
Curriculum & Program Oversight
- Deliver our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program
- Collaborate with teachers to create engaging, individualized lesson plans
- Ensure all children’s developmental needs are met
Family & Community Engagement
- Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with families
- Communicate regularly with parents about their child’s progress
- Represent the school in community outreach and engagement efforts
Financial & Operational Management
- Manage budgets, tuition, and financial reporting
- Oversee enrollment and resource allocation
- Maintain accurate records and ensure operational efficiency
Health & Safety
- Ensure a safe, clean, and healthy environment
- Conduct regular safety drills and uphold emergency procedures
- Maintain facility standards in line with licensing and brand guidelines
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (REQUIRED)
- At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education and 1+ year in a leadership role (Highly Preferred)
- Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices and team leadership
- Excellent communication, organizational, multitasking 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
- Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with families and create a positive school experience
- Strong sales and enrollment mindset with the ability to conduct tours, convert leads, and support school growth objectives
- Proven ability to build and lead a successful team
- Schedule: 9:00am - 6:00pm
What We Offer Competitive salary (based on experience)
- Bonus opportunities
- Professional development support and career growth
- Collaborative leadership with on-site owners
- A welcoming, inclusive school community
Nurture your growth. Empower your success. At The Goddard School®, we turn everyday moments into lifelong learning experiences. If you’re ready to grow your career and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you!
Compensation: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year
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.
About Company
The Goddard School provides the foundation to encourage a child's lifelong love of learning .In our warm, caring atmosphere, dedicated teachers support the development of children from 6 weeks to 8 years old. Our year round program offers families the choice of either half day or full day schedule.
We are delighted to be the on-site owners of The Goddard School on Theodore Street in Plainfield. We welcome the opportunity for you to join our team by providing the best educational child care for children. Our play-based curriculum taught by our wonderful degreed teachers in a nurturing learning environment, is tailored to meet the social, intellectual, physical and emotional needs of each individual child. We are not a daycare, but rather a preschool with purpose.
Rundy and Karen Wells