Assistant Director- Early Childhood Education

Assistant Director The Goddard School of Lyndhurst, NJ

At The Goddard School of Lyndhurst, we believe children thrive when they are loved, encouraged, and challenged in a safe, nurturing environment. We are committed to providing the highest quality early childhood education by combining a play-based curriculum, highly trained educators, and strong family partnerships. Our proprietary Wonder of Learning curriculum sparks curiosity, supports individual growth, and inspires a lifelong love of learning preparing children not just for school, but for life.

We value integrity, respect, collaboration, and a passion for excellence. Every team member plays a vital role in making our school a warm, welcoming, and joyful place for children to grow.

If you are a motivated, organized, and passionate early childhood leader ready to make a meaningful difference every day, we would love to meet you!

The Assistant Director supports the School Director in overseeing all aspects of daily operations to ensure the highest standards of safety, education, and care. This role is both administrative and people-focused balancing compliance, curriculum support, staff coaching, and strong family relationships.

The Assistant Director is expected to step into the Director's role when needed, lead by example, and foster a culture of professionalism, collaboration, and joy.

Key Job Responsibilities

1. Administrative & Operational Support

• Assist in managing daily school operations, including opening and / or closing the building.
• Ensure classrooms maintain proper student-to-teacher ratios at all times.
• Maintain up-to-date licensing files, records, and required documentation for staff and children.
• Monitor classroom schedules, attendance, and teacher coverage to ensure smooth daily transitions.
• Track and report on key school metrics (enrollment, staffing, compliance) to the Director.
• Support scheduling of staff shifts, PTO coverage, and professional development days.

2. Staff Management & Leadership

3. Curriculum & Program Support

4. Family & Community Engagement

5. Health, Safety & Compliance

Performance Expectations

Qualifications

Compensation : $39,000.00 - $43,000.00 per year

This Is Your Moment

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.