Early Childhood Director

Benefits: Bonus opportunities Professional development State-of-the-Art facilities Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry 401(k) Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Dental insurance Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Vision insurance 401(k) matching Company parties Tuition assistance Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® at: Round Lake IL as our School Director of Education & Training! We’re seeking a passionate and proactive leader to focus on the classroom expereince. This role will oversee curriculum implementaion, teacher professional development, and educational quality. As well as daily operations, support a team of dedicated educators and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families. As Director, you’ll uphold brand and licensing standards, lead staff development, implement our Wonder of Learning® proprietary curriculum and build strong school-family-community relationships. Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Apply today and become part of a supportive, purpose-driven team that is shaping the future—one child, one family and one educator at a time. Director Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Administration: Lead daily operations while upholding brand, regulatory and policy standards Staff Management: Hire, train, supervise and support staff to build a positive, collaborative team Curriculum and Program Development: Deliver our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program*, designed to spark curiosity, support individual growth and inspire a lifelong love of learning Family and Community Engagement: Build strong relationships with families and promote the School in the community Financial Management: Manage the budget, enrollment and resources for operational success Health and Safety: Maintain a safe, clean and prepared environment for children, staff and visitors Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education and 1+ year in a leadership role Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices and team leadership Excellent communication, organizational 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 *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.