The Goddard School® of Crestview Hills is seeking an experienced, energetic, and entrepreneurial School Director to help lead our brand new preschool. This is a unique opportunity to build a school culture from the ground up, inspire an exceptional team, and make a lasting impact on children and families.
Happy people, please apply! We've found that positive, caring leaders create positive, caring schools. If you're passionate about early childhood education, enjoy leading others, and thrive in a fast paced environment, we'd love to meet you.
Why You'll Love It Here
· Build Something Special – Help launch a brand new Goddard School and shape its culture from day one.
· Make a Difference – Lead a team that prepares children for school and for life while building lasting relationships with families.
· Feel Supported – Work alongside experienced directors, regional leadership, and an involved owner committed to your success.
· Perks That Matter – Competitive salary, health benefits, PTO, free childcare, 401(k) match, annual reviews and raises, plus a paid holiday week between Christmas and New Year's.
· Work in a Beautiful New School – Spacious classrooms, three playgrounds, Outdoor Classroom, indoor gym, stage, modern offices, and conference room.
· Grow Your Career – Leadership training through Goddard Systems University and ongoing professional development.
· Safety First – Our health and safety standards exceed Kentucky licensing requirements.
What You'll Do
As our founding School Director, you'll help hire an outstanding team, welcome our first families, and establish the positive culture that will define our school for years to come. You'll also:
· Lead daily operations while maintaining Goddard and Kentucky licensing standards
· Hire, coach, develop, and inspire faculty
· Ensure exceptional educational programming and student outcomes
· Build strong relationships with families and provide an outstanding customer experience
· Conduct tours and support enrollment growth
· Manage staffing, scheduling, budgets, and school resources
· Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming environment
· Build community partnerships and represent the school at local events
· Deliver our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program*, designed to spark curiosity, support individual growth and inspire a lifelong love of learning
· Showcase our school through engaging social media posts
We're Looking for Someone Who
· Holds a Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field
· Has at least three years of successful leadership experience in a licensed preschool or child care center
· Meets Kentucky qualifications to serve as a Child Care Director
· Is a positive, confident leader who inspires and develops others
· Is relatable both to children, parents, and staff
· Exercises sound judgment and confidently solves problems with professionalism and empathy
· Delivers exceptional customer service and communicates effectively
· Is comfortable using Microsoft Office, Excel, iPads, and social media
· Has experience with curriculum implementation and child assessment tools
· Successfully completes all required background checks and fingerprinting
What It's Like to Work Here
· Work in a beautiful, state of the art preschool with outstanding health and safety practices
· Make a meaningful difference in the lives of children, families, and teachers every day
· Collaborate with talented educators who genuinely care about one another
· Continue growing professionally while helping others grow
