What are the responsibilities and job description for the Child Care Director position at Goddard School of Fort Myers?
Job description:
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:
- Preferred 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.
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.
Work Location: In person