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School Director

The Goddard School
📍 Ft Myers, FL·Posted Today
💰 Avg $47k–$76k
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
Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® at: 13521 Goldenwood Dr, Ft. Myers, FL 33913 as our School Director! We’re seeking a passionate and proactive leader to oversee daily operations, support a team of dedicated educators and ensure a high-quality learning environment for children and families.

We’re thrilled to announce the grand opening of a brand-new Goddard School in Fort Myers, serving Fort Myers, Gateway, and Cape Coral, opening this summer!  Goddard offers exceptional infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-K programs. Our dedicated educators provide a nurturing environment with top-tier childcare, daycare, and early childhood education that sparks curiosity and growth. 
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.
  • Competitive pay
  • 2 Weeks PTO
  • Paid Holidays; Including Winter Break Dec 24th – New Years Day
  • 100% Company Paid Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance
  • 100% Discount for Child's Tuition
  • Company Paid $25,000 Life Insurance Policy
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Paid professional development & trainings
  • Holiday Bonus
  • Dedicated On-Site Owner
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. 

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