A Director of Training and Development is responsible for managing all staff training and professional development programs for an employer or organization. Decides the training requirements of the organization and designs training programs that address staff needs. May also be partially responsible for determining the strategic goals of the organization. Supervises training managers and training staff and evaluates training impact.
Professional development State-of-the-Art facilities Bonus based on performance Competitive salary Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development Employee discounts Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® at: 1585 Oakbridge Dr Powhatan, Virginia 23139 as our School Director! We're 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'll 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 future—one 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. This will transition into the roll of our Education Director.
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 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.
