Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
- Bonus opportunities
- State-of-the-Art facilities
- Community outreach opportunities
- Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry
- Company parties
- Dental insurance
- Free uniforms
- Tuition assistance
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
We're Growing Future Leaders, Not Just Hiring Managers!
Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to grow as a leader?
At The Goddard School of Fort Wayne, we're seeking a motivated, compassionate, and growth-minded Future Assistant Director who inspires others, solves problems, and creates an environment where children, families, and educators thrive.
We value leaders who are passionate about early childhood education, have a growth mindset, take initiative, lead by example, embrace feedback, and genuinely care about educational excellence.
Why You'll Love Working With Us
We believe great leaders deserve exceptional benefits!
-
FREE Childcare for Full-Time Directors!
-
Up to 25 Days of PTO Annually – Based on tenure and eligibility
-
Additional Birthday PTO – A separate paid day just for YOU!
-
Paid Major Holidays – In addition to PTO
-
One Full Week of Paid Winter Break – Separate from PTO
- Health insurance
- Dental, vision, and disability insurance options
- 401(k) with employer matching
- College tuition assistance for qualifying education-related fields
- CDA credential reimbursement
- Professional development and leadership advancement opportunities
Benefits are subject to eligibility and school policies.
What You'll Do
Lead & Inspire
- Support daily school operations and assist the Director.
- Mentor, coach, and motivate teachers.
- Foster a positive, respectful, and accountable team culture.
- Lead with professionalism, integrity, and initiative.
Support Educational Excellence
- Promote our Wonder of Learning curriculum and developmentally appropriate practices.
- Support classroom management, curriculum implementation, and teacher development.
- Monitor classroom quality and uphold Cognia and Goddard standards.
Build Relationships & Solve Problems
- Build trusting relationships with families and staff.
- Address concerns professionally, promptly, and empathetically.
- Resolve staff conflicts fairly and constructively.
- Identify challenges and take initiative to find solutions.
Support School Growth
- Assist with enrollment, family tours, and student retention.
- Support staffing, scheduling, and school operations.
- Maintain Indiana licensing, health, and safety compliance.
- Participate in school events and community engagement.
Who We're Looking For
Passion for early childhood education is our number one priority!
Our ideal candidate:
- Inspires others through positive leadership.
- Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and ownership.
- Has strong classroom management and problem-solving skills.
- Communicates clearly, respectfully, and professionally.
- Handles difficult conversations with confidence and empathy.
- Is organized, dependable, adaptable, and solution-oriented.
- Welcomes feedback and demonstrates a growth mindset.
- Supports others while maintaining high expectations.
- Is committed to continuous learning and school improvement.
Qualifications
- Associate degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field required; bachelor's preferred.
- Minimum 3 years of early childhood teaching experience.
- Leadership, mentoring, or supervisory experience preferred.
- Strong knowledge of child development and classroom management.
- Must meet Indiana licensing and background screening requirements.
Grow With Us!
We're a Cognia-accredited early childhood education program committed to excellence, continuous improvement, and meaningful learning.
We believe leadership isn't about a title. It's about creating a culture where educators feel supported, families feel valued, and children thrive.
We're not just hiring an Assistant Director. We're developing a leader who will help shape the future of our school!
Apply today and take the next step in your leadership journey!
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.