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The Goddard School

Assistant Director

The Goddard School, Bethesda, Maryland, us, 20811

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Location: 6400 Goldsboro Rd, Suite 100, Bethesda, MD 20817.

Benefits

Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry

Paid time off

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Tuition assistance

State‑of‑the‑art facilities

Community outreach opportunities

Training & development

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Key Responsibilities

Assist in managing the day‑to‑day operations of the school.

Support the recruitment, training, development and supervision of staff.

Assist in implementing the proprietary Wonder of Learning® program, designed to spark curiosity and support individual growth.

Build and maintain positive relationships with families.

Conduct regular safety drills, maintain emergency preparedness and ensure compliance with licensing regulations to ensure a secure environment.

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.

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.

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