We are seeking a high-performing Regional Executive Director to provide strategic leadership and operational oversight for two premier early childhood education schools located in Indian Trail, NC and Fort Mill, SC. The ideal candidate is an experienced and passionate leader who can effectively manage center directors, maintain high educational and operational standards, and ensure compliance with state regulations in both North Carolina and South Carolina.
Key Responsibilities:
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Leadership & Management
- Lead and supervise center directors, managers, and staff.
- Set and maintain a high standard of care, safety, and education.
- Foster a positive and professional work culture.
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Strategic Planning & Business Operations
- Develop and implement short- and long-term goals.
- Manage budgets, enrollment targets, and financial performance.
- Analyze market trends to enhance competitiveness and service quality.
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Licensing & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to state and federal childcare licensing regulations.
- Maintain high standards in health, safety, and sanitation.
- Coordinate with licensing agencies for inspections and audits.
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Curriculum Oversight
- Oversee the implementation of developmentally appropriate curricula.
- Monitor educational outcomes and assess classroom quality.
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Parent & Community Engagement
- Build strong relationships with families and the community.
- Handle parent concerns and ensure satisfaction with the program.
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Staff Development
- Hire, train, and evaluate directors and teaching staff.
- Implement professional development plans and performance evaluations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Business Administration (some roles may require both educational and business expertise).
- 5–10 years of leadership experience in early childhood education.
- Strong knowledge of childcare licensing and accreditation standards (e.g., NAEYC).
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Key Responsibilities:
-
Leadership & Management
- Lead and supervise center directorsand staff.
- Set and maintain a high standard of care, safety, and education.
- Foster a positive and professional work culture.
-
Strategic Planning & Business Operations
- Develop and implement short- and long-term goals.
- Manage budgets, enrollment targets, and financial performance.
- Analyze market trends to enhance competitiveness and service quality.
-
Licensing & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to state and federal childcare licensing regulations.
- Maintain high standards in health, safety, and sanitation.
- Coordinate with licensing agencies for inspections and audits.
-
Curriculum Oversight
- Oversee the implementation of developmentally appropriate curricula.
- Monitor educational outcomes and assess classroom quality.
-
Parent & Community Engagement
- Build strong relationships with families and the community.
- Handle parent concerns and ensure satisfaction with the program.
-
Staff Development
- Hire, train, and evaluate directors and teaching staff.
- Implement professional development plans and performance evaluations.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or Master’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or Business Administration (some roles may require both educational and business expertise).
- 5–10 years of leadership experience in early childhood education.
- Strong knowledge of childcare licensing and accreditation standards.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
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.
