Job Description

Overview

An Assistant Director at The Goddard School of Dedham is responsible for assisting in the management of the program and curriculum.

Responsibilities

Observes all school rules and regulations and all local, state and national regulatory agencies pertaining to the health, safety and care of children Provides superior customer service to all external and internal customers Assumes responsibility to manage operations of the school in the absence of Directors Has a strong working knowledge of EEC regulations; contributes to the overall mission and success of the school. Acts as a role model ensuring regulatory and health & safety compliance in classrooms Contributes to the overall success of the school with responsibilities including but not limited to open and close, classroom support, curriculum implementation, enrollment and marketing of the school Creates a culture of engagement by empowering faculty members Helps with the social media

General Qualifications

Meet the state qualifications and those set forth in the hiring standards including:

the ability to perform all of the responsibilities of a director; the ability to interact closely with children at their level; the ability to keep children within sight and sound supervision at all times; the ability to change children's diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary); the ability to understand and comply with the franchisee's employment policies; the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents; the ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies; and the ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.

Educational Qualifications

Management experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool Director I or II Certification Must be able to work between the hours of 7:00AM - 6:00PM Strong written and verbal communication skills

Benefits

Medical Insurance Dental Insurance 401K Paid time off Paid Winter Break (Christmas Day through New Years Day) Childcare discount Paid holidays: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King Day, Presidents Day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Columbus Day, Veteran's Day, Thanksgiving Day, day after Thanksgiving and Christmas Day
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $40,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Tuition reimbursement
Application Question(s):

What level is your certification from the EEC?
Ability to Commute:

Dedham, MA 02026 (Required)
Work Location: In person