What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Childcare Director position at Goddard School Bethlehem?
Company Overview
Join a leading early childhood education provider dedicated to fostering growth, curiosity, and lifelong learning. With a rich history of empowering educators and enriching young minds, our organization is committed to creating vibrant, nurturing environments where children thrive and educators excel.
Job Overview
We are seeking an energetic and detail-oriented Assistant Director to support our educational programs and administrative operations. In this role, you will collaborate with educators, manage curriculum development, oversee program quality, and ensure compliance with educational standards. Your leadership will inspire teaching excellence and enhance the overall learning experience for our students.
Duties
- Assist in developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum aligned with current educational best practices and standards
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and ongoing training of teaching staff to maintain high-quality instruction
- Provide administrative oversight of educational activities, including compliance with licensing requirements and accreditation standards
Qualifications
- Experience in working in a preschool/ early childhood setting as a teacher. Some experience in education administration within an early childhood setting
- Strong project management skills with the ability to coordinate multiple initiatives simultaneously
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities with a track record of managing teams effectively
- Excellent writing skills for grant proposals, reports, and curriculum documentation
- Ability to work collaboratively with staff, students, and external partners to foster a positive learning environment
Pay: From $38,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Education:
- Associate (Required)
Experience:
- Early childhood education: 2 years (Required)
- Management: 1 year (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Bethlehem, PA 18020 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38,000