Benefits:

Bonus opportunities

Professional development

State-of-the-Art facilities

Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry

401(k)

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Flexible schedule

Join the dynamic team at The Goddard School® at Corinth Texas, as the Director / Onsite Owner – Childcare Center

About the Role We’re looking for a passionate, hands-on Director / Onsite Owner to lead the daily operations and long-term success of our childcare center. This is more than a management role — you’ll be the on-site owner-operator responsible for delivering exceptional care, building a strong team culture, growing enrollment, and ensuring the center runs smoothly, safely, and profitably.

You’ll combine strong leadership with a genuine love for early childhood education, creating a warm, high-quality environment where children thrive and families feel confident and connected.

Key Responsibilities

Oversee all day-to-day operations of the childcare center, ensuring a safe, clean, nurturing, and engaging environment for children of all ages.

Recruit, hire, train, schedule, coach, and evaluate teachers and support staff while maintaining required staff-to-child ratios.

Develop, implement, and continuously improve age-appropriate curriculum and educational programs that support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.

Ensure full compliance with all state and local childcare licensing regulations, health & safety standards, and Goddard's quality system.

Manage the center’s budget, tuition billing, payroll, expenses, and financial performance; identify opportunities to improve occupancy and profitability.

Lead enrollment efforts: conduct tours, build relationships with prospective families, manage waitlists, and drive consistent occupancy.

Maintain open, proactive communication with parents — sharing daily updates, developmental progress, and addressing concerns promptly and professionally.

Create and enforce clear policies and procedures for staff, families, and center operations.

Foster a positive, collaborative workplace culture that supports staff retention, professional growth, and high morale.

Oversee facility maintenance, cleanliness, and safety protocols; coordinate repairs and improvements as needed.

Represent the center in the community and actively promote the program to attract new families.

What We’re Looking For

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

Proven experience as a Childcare Center Director, Assistant Director, or similar leadership role (3+ years preferred).

Strong knowledge of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education.

Thorough understanding of state childcare licensing regulations and compliance requirements.

Demonstrated leadership, team-building, and conflict-resolution skills.

Solid business and financial management skills (budgeting, enrollment tracking, basic P&L understanding).

Excellent verbal and written communication skills with both staff and parents.

Ability to work on-site full-time and be present and available during center operating hours.

CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain immediately) and ability to pass all required background checks.

Why This Role Stands Out This is a true onsite owner/operator opportunity. You’ll have meaningful autonomy to shape the culture, program quality, and business results of the center while making a lasting impact on children and families every day.

Benefits & Perks (customize as needed)

Competitive salary + performance incentives tied to enrollment and center performance

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development and continuing education support

Opportunity for ownership equity or profit-sharing (if applicable)

Supportive, mission-driven work environment

Ready to lead a childcare center that families love and staff are proud to be part of? Apply today and tell us why you’re the right person to own this role on-site.

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.