The Goddard School · 2 days ago
Assistant Director
Edmond, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior LevelThe Goddard School is dedicated to providing exceptional care and early childhood education for children in a nurturing, supportive environment. They are seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Director to assist with daily operations, ensuring the health and well-being of all children, families, and faculty.
Child CareHealth Care
Responsibilities
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
Initiate and maintain a positive relationship with licensing agent/agency
Maintain current licensing documentation
Maintain licensing regulations
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
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
Qualification
Required
High school diploma or equivalent
Prior management experience
Prior classroom experience (Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten)
Strong written and communication skills
Displays fluency in written and oral communication
A strong desire to mold and shape the minds of young children
Preferred
Oklahoma Director's Credential preferred
Benefits
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!
Company
The Goddard School
Child Care Service in Lithia, FL
Founded in 1988
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cholan Muthukumarasamy
Owner
Lois Goddard Haines
Founder
Recent News
2026-01-05
2025-11-07
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