• Professional development
• State-of-the-Art facilities
• Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Employee discounts

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a closely related field.

• A minimum of 4 years of management experience in a licensed preschool or childcare center.
• And, a minimum of 4 years of total experience working in a licensed preschool or childcare center.

• A Level II or III admin credential from North Carolina, or qualified and committed to immediately acquire North Carolina Level III admin credential upon hire.
• A current CPR/First Aid certificate and SIDS training.
• A current physical exam and TB test.

• Previous experience in a licensed childcare facility managing faculty members or staff.
• Knowledge of ITERS/ECERS and 5‑star licensing requirements.
• Ability to understand and implement accreditation requirements
• Organized, efficient, energetic team builder with effective leadership skills and a positive attitude.
• Ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare, and to provide effective training to faculty members in performing their responsibilities and complying with all applicable laws, regulations and Goddard standards.
• Ability to understand and comply with the school’s employment policies.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents.
• Ability to handle emergencies, including assisting in evacuating the building if necessary.
• Ability to interact closely with children at their level, supervise children with sight and hearing at all times, and assist with diapering/toileting where necessary.

• Plan and schedule administrative duties
• Maintain accurate record-keeping, both state and Goddard requirements (e.g., children’s files, faculty files)
• Prepare reports, periodic reports on the state of the School
• Manage classroom scheduling/schedule faculty
• Review Employee Handbook and Parent Handbook annually
• Conduct disaster drills (e.g., fire, tornado, intruder) in accordance with Goddard QA standards and state licensing requirements
• Maintain compliance with Goddard QA standards
• Maintain a school inventory (e.g., snacks, supplies)
• Contribute to the Directors’ Corner on Connect
• Plan and implement a program for professional growth

• Operate the School within budget
• Purchase classroom equipment, and school supplies and snack
• Define a maintenance system for faculty (e.g., classroom repairs)
• Assist in arranging maintenance and repairs

• Initiate and maintain a positive relationship with licensing agent/agency
• Maintain current licensing documentation
• Maintain and comply with licensing regulations
• Maintain and comply with sanitation regulations
• Assist with annual inspections, e.g., playground, fire, water.

• Recruit, interview, hire and manage faculty
• Manage faculty schedule
• Conduct faculty orientation
• Complete faculty reviews: 90-day and annual
• Conduct monthly faculty meetings
• Develop and maintain a substitute teacher list
• Maintain accurate faculty files
• Plan/implement bi-annual in-service meetings for faculty
• Plan first aid, CPR and any other required training
• Plan emergency preparedness training

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

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.