About the Role:
The Goddard School of McKinney (Honey Creek) is looking for an enthusiastic and organized Office Manager to join our team on the closing shift! This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key leadership role in a nurturing early childhood education environment where every day makes a difference in the lives of children and families.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee daily office operations during the closing shift, ensuring a smooth and efficient end-of-day experience
- Serve as the primary point of contact for families during afternoon pickup, addressing questions and concerns with professionalism
- Manage student attendance records, enrollment documentation, supply ordering and Quality Assurance documents
- Coordinate with teaching staff to ensure proper classroom coverage and closing procedures are followed
- Handle administrative tasks including data entry, filing, and maintaining accurate student and staff records
- Ensure the facility is secure, clean, and properly closed at the end of each business day
- Provide classroom support by covering potty breaks and assisting during nap time as needed to ensure appropriate staff-to-child ratios and smooth classroom operations.
- Manage the front desk phone, answer incoming calls, and direct or transfer calls to the appropriate staff members or external contacts as needed.
Requirements:
- Prior experience in office administration, childcare management, or a related field preferred
- Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with families, staff, and leadership
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and basic office software
- Ability to work afternoon/closing shift hours reliably and consistently
- Must pass required background checks in accordance with state childcare regulations
- A warm, professional demeanor with a passion for early childhood education
About Us:
The Goddard School of McKinney (Honey Creek) is part of the nationally recognized Goddard School franchise, a trusted leader in play-based early childhood education with decades of excellence. Families love us for our safe, nurturing environment and our commitment to fostering each child's growth and development. Our staff enjoy a supportive workplace culture, opportunities for professional development, and the rewarding experience of making a lasting impact every single day.
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.