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Job Description
Assistant Director The Goddard School of Fairfield (Little Falls Road), NJ Fairfield, NJ Job Details Full-time $23 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Paid time off Career development plan 401(k) matching Childcare Qualifications School experience Child behavior management Teaching experience with young children
Classroom Teaching Full Job Description Benefits:
Bonus opportunities Community outreach opportunities Paid time off Training & development 401(k) matching Health insurance
The Goddard School of Fairfield Fairfield, NJ Pay:
$23.00 per hour
Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 8:30 AM-5:30
PM Benefits:
Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Childcare Discount, Professional Development Opportunities, Supportive Leadership Team About Us:
The Goddard School of Fairfield is a nationally recognized early childhood education program serving children from infancy through Pre-K. We are proud recipients of numerous system-wide recognitions, including Circle of Excellence status, Cognia Accreditation, and being ranked among the top-performing Goddard Schools in the country. Unlike many schools, our owner and leadership team are actively involved in the daily operations of the school. Our collaborative leadership team includes an On-Site Owner, Executive Director, Assistant Directors, and classroom leadership who work together to support children, families, and faculty. We are seeking an organized, detail-oriented, and relationship-focused Assistant Director to join our leadership team. Position Overview The Assistant Director plays a critical role in supporting the daily operations of the school while helping maintain excellence in curriculum implementation, compliance, family communication, and faculty support. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing administrative responsibilities with hands-on involvement in classrooms and staff coaching. Responsibilities Educational Leadership Review and provide feedback on lesson plans Support implementation of The Goddard School's Wonder of Learning® curriculum Conduct classroom observations and provide coaching to teachers Monitor classroom quality and educational best practices Assist with curriculum displays and learning documentation Quality Assurance & Compliance Conduct health and safety audits Support licensing compliance and quality assurance initiatives Monitor classroom environments and documentation Maintain incident and illness logs Assist with emergency drills and safety procedures Ensure compliance boards and required postings remain current Faculty Support Provide coaching and mentoring to teachers Assist with onboarding and training of new employees Support classroom management and behavior guidance strategies Help maintain positive staff morale and school culture Serve as a resource for faculty throughout the day Qualifications Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or related field preferred CDA or equivalent credentials considered Minimum 3 years of experience in an early childhood setting Prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience preferred Strong organizational and communication skills Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment Positive, professional, and team-oriented mindset Familiarity with licensing regulations and quality standards preferred What Makes This Position Unique? Work alongside an experienced and highly involved leadership team Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on children, families, and faculty Professional growth and leadership development opportunities Supportive school culture focused on collaboration and excellence Balance of administrative leadership and classroom engagement If you are passionate about early childhood education, enjoy supporting teachers, and thrive in a collaborative leadership environment, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help us continue providing an exceptional experience for children, families, and faculty at The Goddard School of Fairfield.
Qualifications:
Associate's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field At least 3 years of experience teaching in early childhood education Strong knowledge of child development, early learning best practices, team leadership and classroom management Excellent communication, organizational and problem-solving skills A genuine love for children and commitment to providing 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.
