Job description

Are you a self-starter who passionate about working with young children and helping them learn, explore, develop and achieve their maximum potential? Do you want to join a team of motivated educators and want to play a critical role in nurturing children and preparing them in becoming lifelong learners? Are you compassionate & collaborative and are looking to form lasting relations with children, colleagues and families? If so, The Goddard School, Saugus, MA could be the right fit for you.

Our school:

The Goddard School of Saugus is a premier early childhood center that offers the best preparation for social, physical and academic success for children 6 weeks to 6 years. Our renowned curriculum and philosophy is inspired by Piaget and focuses on play-based learning. We want to attract and retain the best educators by providing them a supportive & collaborative culture and the tools they need to be successful in their respective roles.

Responsibilities:

• Planning and organizing activities that meets the goals of the School, including policies, enrollment, staffing, curriculum and administration & marketing.
• Managing the School's operations including classroom and center supplies and budget.
• Managing vendors including selection, operational and functional relationships.
• Collaborating with the admin team in maintaining appropriate staff levels for enrollment in accordance with school policies and state regulations.
• Working with the admin team in parent interaction, orientation and problem solving.
• Maintaining records pertaining to the administration of the School in accordance with state requirements in health, enrollment, and safety and licensing.
• Developing plans for the use and care of space and School equipment.
• Planning and enhancing community relations to promote community awareness of the School and its educational offerings.
• Participating in recommended training programs, conferences and other aspects of professional development.
• Other business tasks as assigned
• Arriving each day with a positive outlook and a great sense of humor

Requirements:

• A Bachelor's degree (or higher) in Early Childhood Education, Child Development or related field (will consider an Associates degree or higher with relevant management experience)
• A current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential, and an additional 12 semester hours or continuing education units in courses related to young children birth to age 8 and 2 years (3120 clock hours) of experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool, and 1 year of management experience.
• Management experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool
• Minimum of 18 ECE credits
• Director II Certification
• Must be able to work between the hours of 7:30AM - 5:30PM
• Strong written and verbal communication skills

General Qualifications:

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

• Ability to hear the conversational voice, with or without a hearing aid
• Ability to see and read newsprint, with or without corrective lenses
• Ability to speak and be understood under normal circumstances
• Ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to use arms, hands, legs, and feet, with or without corrective devices; this includes the ability to evacuate the building during emergencies
• Ability to handle crisis situations, especially where children are involved
• Ability to respond immediately to emergency situations

Benefits:

The Goddard School of Saugus offers full time employees competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• PTO
• 401K
• Continuing Education
• Bonus
• Employee Childcare Discount
• Other

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $57,429.86 - $61,585.84 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Work Location: One location

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