đź’Ľ Compensation & Benefits:
Salary: $45,000–$52,000 base + performance-based bonuses throughout the year
Health Insurance: Blue Cross Blue Shield medical, dental, vision – We cover 50% of your monthly payment!
Time Off: 15 PTO days in Year 1 + all holidays + one paid week off for Winter Break
Childcare: Deep staff discounts
Retirement: 401K with company match
Professional Development: $2,000 sign-on bonus, CEUs through Goddard Systems University, tuition reimbursement, and promotion opportunities
Are you passionate about making a difference in children's lives? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, supportive, and energetic environment? We’re looking for an Assistant Director to join our leadership team at The Goddard School® in Deerfield, IL!
In this role, you’ll help oversee daily operations, support staff, manage compliance, and ensure the highest standards of education and care. You’ll work closely with the Directors to bring school-wide initiatives to life and foster a joyful, connected school culture.
✨ What You’ll Be Doing:
🌱 Operational Leadership
- Support day-to-day school operations, including scheduling, opening/closing procedures, and supply ordering
- Monitor compliance with DCFS and Goddard licensing requirements
- Help manage budgets and uphold health, safety, and cleanliness standards
👩‍🏫 Faculty Support & Development
- Assist in the recruitment, training, and supervision of faculty
- Help review timecards and manage time off requests
- Be a visible, encouraging presence in classrooms and common areas
- Support employee and student file documentation and organization
đź“š Curriculum & Classroom Oversight
- Support teachers in delivering high-quality, developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Conduct classroom walkthroughs and provide feedback
- Assist with lesson planning consistency and classroom transitions
đź“Š Administrative & Financial Tasks
- Maintain up-to-date employee records
- Support purchasing, budgeting, and payroll-related tasks
- Assist with internal systems such as Outlook, Teams, Excel, OneNote, Zoom, Kaymbu, and Canva
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family & Community Engagement
- Build warm, trust-based relationships with families
- Support family communication and respond to concerns with empathy and professionalism
- Represent the school at occasional events and maintain a positive, upbeat energy
🛡️ Safety & Facility Management
- Help ensure the school remains a safe, organized, and welcoming environment
- Oversee daily health checks, incident reporting, and emergency drills
- Monitor maintenance needs and ensure licensing documents are current
đź•’ Schedule & Expectations:
The school is open Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
This position typically follows a 9-hour day, with flexibility based on school needs.
- Opening shift coverage is often needed
- Some after-hours meetings may occur monthly
- Up to 2–3 weekend events per year
✅ What We’re Looking For:
- Associate’s Degree in Child Development or Early Childhood Education
 OR 64 college credit hours with:
▪️ 21 hours in relevant fields
▪️ Gateways Level I Illinois Director Credential
▪️ OR 3 hours of coursework/points in administration or leadership
- 3–5 years of experience in childcare or education, including 1–2 years in a leadership role
- Experience with licensing, documentation, and compliance
- Ability to lift 50+ pounds and be active throughout the day
- Strong communication skills, multitasking abilities, and professionalism
🧡 Why Join Us?
The Goddard School of Deerfield is a high-performing, community-driven school with passionate teachers, engaged families, and a culture that values both growth and fun. We use research-backed, play-based methods to help children thrive—and we support our educators every step of the way.
Join a team where you’re appreciated, trusted, and empowered to make a difference.
APPLY TODAY!
