Assistant Director

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• Bonus opportunities
• Community outreach opportunities
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance

The Goddard School of Fairfield
Fairfield, NJ

Pay: $23.00 per hour
Schedule: MondayFriday, 8:30 AM5:30 PM
Benefits: Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Childcare Discount, Professional Development Opportunities, Supportive Leadership Team

About Us:
The Goddard School of Fairfield is a nationally recognized early childhood education program serving children from infancy through Pre-K. We are proud recipients of numerous system-wide recognitions, including Circle of Excellence status, Cognia Accreditation, and being ranked among the top-performing Goddard Schools in the country.

Unlike many schools, our owner and leadership team are actively involved in the daily operations of the school. Our collaborative leadership team includes an On-Site Owner, Executive Director, Assistant Directors, and classroom leadership who work together to support children, families, and faculty.

We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and relationship-focused Assistant Director to join our leadership team.

Position Overview
The Assistant Director plays a critical role in supporting the daily operations of the school while helping maintain excellence in curriculum implementation, compliance, family communication, and faculty support. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on involvement in classrooms and staff coaching.

Responsibilities
Educational Leadership

• Review and provide feedback on lesson plans
• Support implementation of The Goddard School's Wonder of Learning curriculum
• Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching to teachers
• Monitor classroom quality and educational best practices
• Assist with curriculum displays and learning documentation

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Conduct health and safety audits
• Support licensing compliance and quality assurance initiatives
• Monitor classroom environments and documentation
• Maintain incident and illness logs
• Assist with emergency drills and safety procedures
• Ensure compliance boards and required postings remain current

Faculty Support

• Provide coaching and mentoring to teachers
• Assist with onboarding and training of new employees
• Support classroom management and behavior guidance strategies
• Help maintain positive staff morale and school culture
• Serve as a resource for faculty throughout the day

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field preferred
• CDA or equivalent credentials considered
• Minimum 3 years of experience in an early childhood setting
• Prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience preferred
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment
• Positive, professional, and team-oriented mindset
• Familiarity with licensing regulations and quality standards preferred

What Makes This Position Unique?

• Work alongside an experienced and highly involved leadership team
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children, families, and faculty
• Professional growth and leadership development opportunities
• Supportive school culture focused on collaboration and excellence
• Balance of administrative leadership and classroom engagement

If you are passionate about early childhood education, enjoy supporting teachers, and thrive in a collaborative leadership environment, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today and help us continue providing an exceptional experience for children, families, and faculty at The Goddard School of Fairfield.

Qualifications:

• Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
• At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education
• Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices, team leadership and classroom management
• Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills
• A genuine love for children and commitment to providing high-quality education
• Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements

*Wonder of Learning is our exclusive education program designed to embrace how children learn best through play and curiosity. Our curriculum is designed to make learning enjoyable while instilling vital 21st-century skills such as teamwork, problem-solving and social-emotional relationships.