Preschool Education Director

Peoria

**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 * Paid time off * Training \& development * Vision insurance Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® at 8348 W. Deer Valley Road in Peoria, AZ 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. 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.