Assistant Director

At The Goddard School, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and early childhood education for children in a nurturing, supportive environment. We are seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Director to assist with the daily operations of the school, ensuring the health and well-being of all children, families and faculty!

Educational Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent

Prior management experience

Prior classroom experience (Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten)

Oklahoma Director's Credential preferred

Strong written and communication skills

Displays fluency in written and oral communication

A strong desire to mold and shape the minds of young children

Assistant Director Responsibilities

Assistant Director’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

ADMINISTRATIVE

Maintain accurate record-keeping, both state and GSI requirements (eg, children’s files, faculty files)

Manage classroom scheduling/schedule faculty

Review Employee Handbook annually.

Conduct disaster drills (eg, fire, tornado) in accordance with GSI QA Standards and state licensing requirements

Maintain compliance with GSI QA Standards

Maintain a school inventory (eg, snacks, supplies)

Plan and implement a program for professional growth

Welcome all visitors to the School

Answer telephone calls

Schedule tours

Follow through with all prospective customers

Develop and maintain customer relations

Conduct an orientation program for new families

Conduct meetings with parent(s)/legal guardian(s) when necessary

Develop and maintain community relations

LICENSING

Initiate and maintain a positive relationship with licensing agent/agency

Maintain current licensing documentation

Maintain licensing regulations

PERSONNEL

Manage faculty schedule

Conduct faculty orientation

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

PROGRAM, PROGRAM SUPPORT, and PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Conduct monthly classroom observations

Keep abreast of research and development in the field of early childhood development

Maintain a resource library at the School

Plan/implement professional development programs

Conduct classroom ratio checks

Plan and implement a year-round calendar

Plan and implement procedures for maintaining accurate classroom records

Provide faculty assistance with lesson plan preparation and theme development

Review lesson plan books weekly

Review posted lesson plans monthly

Review Daily Activity Reports periodically

Review children’s portfolios regularly

Ensure that each classroom has an effective management system in place

Plan and implement visitors/activities

What we offer:

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Opportunities for professional development and career advancement

A collaborative and inclusive work culture

Closed the week of Christmas

Medical, dental, vision, life and supplemental insurance for full time employees

Staff lounge stocked with free snacks and coffee

And so much more!