Preschool Director

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

The Goddard Schools located in Greenville and Simpsonville is looking for a passionate and experienced Preschool Director to lead our team of dedicated early childhood educators. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the lives of young learners while building a thriving, nurturing school community. If you're a dynamic leader with a heart for early childhood education, we want to hear from you!

• Oversee daily school operations, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and high-quality learning environment
• Recruit, hire, train, and mentor teaching staff and support personnel
• Ensure compliance with state licensing regulations, NAEYC standards, and Goddard School franchise guidelines
• Build and maintain strong relationships with families through open communication and engagement
• Manage school budget, enrollment, and administrative functions
• Develop and implement curriculum programs aligned with play-based, child-centered learning philosophies
• Conduct staff evaluations, professional development planning, and performance management

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or related field
• Minimum 2–3 years of experience in an early childhood leadership or director role
• Knowledge of South Carolina childcare licensing regulations and compliance standards
• Strong leadership, communication, and team-building skills
• Experience with enrollment management, budgeting, and school administration
• Passion for play-based learning and early childhood development best practices
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)

The Goddard Schools of Simpsonville and Greenville is part of the nation's premier play-based early childhood education franchise, trusted by families for decades to provide a safe, fun, and nurturing environment where children flourish. Our families choose us for our research-based curriculum and our unwavering commitment to each child's social, emotional, and academic growth. Our staff love working here because we invest in their professional development and foster a collaborative, supportive school culture.