Program Director

School Director

Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School at 1703 N. Beauregard Street, Alexandria, VA 22311 as our School Director! We are 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. As Director, you will 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 futureone child, one family, and one educator at a time.

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:

• 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 bestthrough 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.