Director of Education - Early Childhood Learning Center
Company: The Goddard School of Reading, MA
Role summary
Director of Education - Early Childhood Learning Center is a full-time role at The Goddard School of Reading, MA in Reading, Massachusetts, United States (on-site). Posted 2026-10-03. Salary: USD 60,000–70,000 per year. Experience level: 2-5.
- Job title
- Director of Education - Early Childhood Learning Center
- Company
- The Goddard School of Reading, MA
- Location
- Reading, Massachusetts, United States
- Work arrangement
- on-site
- Employment type
- full-time
- Category
- Healthcare Support
- Salary
- USD 60,000–70,000 per year
- Experience level
- 2-5
- Date posted
- 2026-10-03
This is a fantastic opportunity to lead and inspire a team of educators at The Goddard School in Reading, MA. You'll make a real difference in young children's lives, and the school offers competitive pay, great benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.
Job description
Benefits:
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Paid time off
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
Bonus based on performance
We’re seeking a passionate and inspiring Director of Education to join our leadership team at The Goddard School in Reading, MA. This is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young children while supporting and empowering the educators who guide their learning and development each day.
The ideal candidate is an accomplished early childhood leader who is committed to excellence in teaching, strong relationships, and meaningful learning experiences—and who is motivated to develop educators, strengthen teaching practices, and elevate the quality of our already amazing educational program.
WHAT YOU’LL DO - RESPONSIBILITIES:
Lead curriculum implementation and development and ensure high-quality, developmentally appropriate educational practices.
Coach and support teachers through lesson planning, classroom practices, assessment, and professional development.
Drive collaboration and continuous improvement across the teaching teams.
Foster a supportive, engaging learning environment for children, teachers, and families.
Partner with leadership on staffing, scheduling, supervision, coverage, and day-to-day school operations.
WHAT YOU BRING – QUALIFICATIONS:
Education (Required): Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field.
ECE Leadership Experience (Required): Minimum 3 years as a Director in a licensed Childcare Center
Certification (Required): MA Director I or II Certification.
Full-time, year-round | Monday–Friday | Shared opening/closing shifts
Salary based on experience, education, and EEC certifications, plus annual bonus eligibility for EEC Director Qualified Candidates.