JOB DETAILS
Director of Education - Early Childhood Learning Center
CompanyThe Goddard School of Reading, MA
LocationReading
Work ModeOn Site
PostedOctober 3, 2026
About The Company
The Goddard School
For more than 30 years, The Goddard School® has been a trusted name among parents and families. Its classrooms are safe, nurturing environments for children six weeks to six years, offering age-appropriate, play-based opportunities to explore and discover. From infants to toddlers, preschoolers to kindergartners, highly trained teachers lead each child to reach developmental milestones, preparing the children for social and academic success.
About the Role
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Tuition assistance
- Vision insurance
- Bonus based on performance
We’re seeking a passionate and inspiring Director of Education to join our leadership team at The Goddard School in Reading, MA. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young children while supporting and empowering the educators who guide their learning and development each day.
The ideal candidate is an accomplished early childhood leader who is committed to excellence in teaching, strong relationships, and meaningful learning experiences—and who is motivated to develop educators, strengthen teaching practices, and elevate the quality of our already amazing educational program.
WHAT YOU’LL DO - RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead curriculum implementation and development and ensure high-quality, developmentally appropriate educational practices.
- Coach and support teachers through lesson planning, classroom practices, assessment, and professional development.
- Drive collaboration and continuous improvement across the teaching teams.
- Foster a supportive, engaging learning environment for children, teachers, and families.
- Partner with leadership on staffing, scheduling, supervision, coverage, and day-to-day school operations.
WHAT YOU BRING – QUALIFICATIONS:
- Education (Required): Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
- ECE Leadership Experience (Required): Minimum 3 years as a Director in a licensed Childcare Center
- Certification (Required): MA Director I or II Certification.
Full-time, year-round | Monday–Friday | Shared opening/closing shifts
Salary based on experience, education, and EEC certifications, plus annual bonus eligibility for EEC Director Qualified Candidates.
Key Skills
Curriculum implementationEarly childhood educationStaff supervisionTeacher coachingLesson planningClassroom managementProfessional developmentEducational leadershipOperations managementChild development
Categories
EducationManagement & Leadership
Benefits
401(k) matchingCompetitive salaryDental insuranceEmployee discountsHealth insurancePaid time offTraining & developmentTuition assistanceVision insurancePerformance bonus
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The Director of Education leads curriculum implementation and supports teachers through coaching, lesson planning, and professional development. They also partner with leadership to manage daily school operations, staffing, and scheduling to ensure a high-quality learning environment.
📋Job Type
full time
💰Salary Range
$60,000 - $70,000
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
33
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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