Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® in Fishers as our Director! We are seeking a passionate, proactive, bubbly, and inspiring leader who brings positive energy every day to oversee school operations while fostering a nurturing, high-quality learning environment for children, staff, and families. The ideal candidate is a happy, relationship-focused professional who thrives on building strong connections, motivating teams, and creating an engaging school culture.
As Director, you’ll uphold brand and licensing standards, lead a dedicated team, lead staff development, implement our Wonder of Learning® proprietary curriculum and build strong school-family-community relationships.
What You’ll Do
Leadership & Administration
- Oversee the daily operations of the school
- Ensure compliance with state licensing and Goddard brand standards
- Develop and implement policies and procedures that uphold our mission
Staff Management
- Recruit, onboard, train, and supervise faculty and staff
- Conduct performance evaluations and provide professional development
- Foster a positive, team-oriented workplace culture
Curriculum & Program Oversight
- Deliver our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program
- Collaborate with teachers to create engaging, individualized lesson plans
- Ensure all children’s developmental needs are met
Family & Community Engagement
- Build and maintain strong, trusting relationships with families
- Communicate regularly with parents about their child’s progress
- Represent the school in community outreach and engagement efforts
Financial & Operational Management
- Manage budgets, tuition, and financial reporting
- Oversee enrollment and resource allocation
- Maintain accurate records and ensure operational efficiency
Health & Safety
- Ensure a safe, clean, and healthy environment
- Conduct regular safety drills and uphold emergency procedures
- Maintain facility standards in line with licensing and brand guidelines
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field (REQUIRED)
- At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education and 1+ year in a leadership role (Highly Preferred)
- Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices and team leadership
- Excellent communication, organizational, multitasking 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
- Exceptional customer service skills with the ability to build trusting relationships with families and create a positive school experience
- Strong sales and enrollment mindset with the ability to conduct tours, convert leads, and support school growth objectives
- Proven ability to build and lead a successful team
- Schedule: 9:00am - 6:00pm
What We Offer
Competitive salary (based on experience)
- Bonus opportunities
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Professional development support and career growth
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Collaborative leadership with on-site owners
- A welcoming, inclusive school community
Nurture your growth. Empower your success.
At The Goddard School®, we turn everyday moments into lifelong learning experiences. If you’re ready to grow your career and make a lasting difference in the lives of children and families, we’d love to hear from you!
