Director of Education

Overview

Step into a unique leadership opportunity at the new Goddard School in Lenox Hill, a modern 15,000 sq. ft. facility designed with bright, spacious classrooms and multipurpose rooms to encourage children's learning through play, teamwork, and problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day school operations ensuring alignment with brand, regulatory, and policy requirements.
• Recruit, train, oversee, and support the education staff to foster a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Implement and maintain the Wonder of Learning® curriculum, encouraging child curiosity, individual growth, and a love for learning.
• Engage with families and community members to strengthen relationships and promote the school.
• Collaborate with the Director of Operations to ensure a safe, clean, and prepared environment for children, staff, and visitors.

Candidate Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field.
• Possession of a New York State teaching certification in Early Childhood Education, Childhood Education, or Special Education (Birth–2nd or 1st–6th grades).
• Minimum of three years teaching experience in early childhood education plus at least one year in a leadership capacity.
• Strong expertise in child development, early learning best practices, staff leadership, professional development, and instructional coaching.
• Exemplify the values and attitude expected of teachers, fostering a positive school culture.
• Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
• Pass all required state background checks and meet state educational and credential standards.
• Genuine passion for working with children and dedication to high-quality education.

Benefits

• Bonus opportunities and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions up to 3%.
• Paid personal time total of 29 days annually, including holidays and year-end closure.
• Five paid sick days per year.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• Professional development and training catered to career growth.
• Opportunity for career advancement within the franchise.
• State-of-the-art facilities and affiliation with industry leaders in early childhood education.

Additional Information

The Wonder of Learning® program is a proprietary educational curriculum designed to promote learning through play and curiosity, emphasizing 21st-century skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, and social-emotional development. Each Goddard School is franchised and independently operated by local franchise owners who determine specific wages and benefits, which may vary by location.