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Assistant Operations Director – The Goddard School (Alpharetta, GA – State Bridge Road)

Empower your future. Inspire young minds. Make a meaningful impact.

The Goddard School® located on State Bridge Road in Alpharetta, GA, is seeking a passionate and experienced Assistant Operations Director to help lead our school community. This role is ideal for a motivated, self-starting early childhood education professional with a proven track record in preschool leadership. If you're ready to take the next step in your career, we invite you to join our team and play a key role in shaping the future of our young learners.

About the Role

The Assistant Operations Director works closely with the School Director to oversee daily operations and uphold the highest standards in early childhood education, safety, and family engagement. This leadership role requires experience managing staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and supporting program excellence in a warm and welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Leadership: Assist in managing the day-to-day operations of the school, ensuring smooth, efficient, and high-quality programming.

Staff Management: Support the recruitment, training, mentoring, and supervision of teaching and support staff.

Curriculum Implementation: Help facilitate the proprietary Wonder of Learning® curriculum, promoting a play-based, inquiry-driven approach that nurtures curiosity and individual growth.

Family & Community Engagement: Build strong, positive relationships with families and maintain an open, communicative school culture.

Health & Safety Oversight: Ensure compliance with all licensing and health regulations; conduct regular safety drills and maintain emergency preparedness procedures.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field (preferred)

3–5 years of experience as a Preschool/School Director or Assistant Director with demonstrated success in managing early childhood operations

Strong knowledge of child development, curriculum implementation, team leadership, and classroom management

Exceptional communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills

A warm, professional demeanor and a genuine passion for early childhood education

Must meet all state and local requirements, including background checks and licensing regulations

Why Join Us?

At The Goddard School, you’ll become part of a supportive, innovative team that’s committed to professional growth and lifelong learning. We offer a collaborative environment where your leadership will be valued, and your ideas will help shape the future of our children.

Join us, and grow your career while making a difference — one child, one family, and one day at a time.

Apply today and take the next step in your early childhood leadership journey.

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.