Preschool Assistant Director

The Goddard School

Portland, Oregon

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Best Practices, Communication Skills, Community Relations, Early Childhood Education, Health Insurance, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Nursery School and Preschool, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Program Evaluation, Project/Program Management, Regulatory Compliance, Regulatory Requirements, Relationship Management, Sales Management, State Laws and Regulations, Team Lead/Manager, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Portland, Oregon
POSTED
3 days ago
Benefits:
  • Competitive salary
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Assistant Director for our Certified Center serving children ages 6 weeks through 6 years. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership skills, a passion for advocacy, and the ability to foster relationships within the community. This role requires a strategic thinker who can manage programs effectively while ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.
Duties
  • Oversee the development, implementation, and management of the Center under Center Director
  • Supervise staff, providing guidance and support.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with families, neighbors, and professional contacts.
  • Lead initiatives in program development that enhance service offerings and improve client outcomes.
  • Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements per State and Goddard
  • Conduct regular assessments of program effectiveness and make necessary adjustments based on feedback and outcomes.
Qualifications
  • Proven experience in program management, particularly in the field of Early Childhood Education.
  • Strong relationship management skills.
  • Demonstrated administrative capabilities.
  • Experience supervising teams and fostering professional development among staff members.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a focus on collaboration and teamwork.
We invite qualified candidates who are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $50,000 per year
Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
Experience:
  • Supervising experience: 2 years (Required)
  • Program Management: 1 year (Required)
  • Leadership: 1 year (Required)
  • Management: 1 year (Required)
Education: A degree in Early Childhood Education Preferred
Compensation: $45,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year




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About the Company

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The Goddard School

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
COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
WEBSITE
http://www.goddardschool.com/chicago/plainfield-joliet-theodore-street-il#moreFromThisSchool