Lead Teacher - Toddlers

Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education?
The Goddard School of Allen (West) is looking for energetic, nurturing teachers that are looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and positive environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life. We know that our faculty members are the heart of our school.

We aim to build a positive culture of collaboration and open communication.

• Salary range: $15 - $17 per hour
• Competitive compensation.
• Childcare benefits.
• Paid holidays PLUS paid time off (PTO) days per year.
• Paid Professional Development hours towards state requirements.
• Opportunities for bonuses and participation in profit sharing plan.
• Full support from our Director to be successful in the classroom.
• Professional setting that encourages continuous learning and improvement.
• Career growth and development.
• Your health and safety is our priority! We have protocols more stringent than state requirements to ensure the safety of all our faculty and students.
• Continued focus on your professional development – our Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Our early childhood teachers are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned classes. Teachers will plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for children in a safe environment and work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.

• Feel comfortable and safe working in our brand-new, clean, state-of-the-art facilities with added health and safety equipment and guidelines.
• Feel a sense of accomplishment as you hear the laughter and experience the wonder of children participating in activities that you planned.
• Observe children’s interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for a fun and engaging curriculum.
• Communicate with parents daily, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions.
• Engage with other early childhood professionals and continue to grow in your profession.

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field (Preferred).
• Child Development Associate (Preferred).
• 3+ years of early childhood education experience (Preferred).

• Has knowledge of childcare programming, safety and emergency first-aid procedures, program management, and customer service principles.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Develops relationships with children, parents, and faculty members. Demonstrates positive attitude with all interactions.
• Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training.
• Meets background check eligibility.
• Works productively without supervision within established organizational policies and procedures.
• Is highly motivated and takes direction well with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Is dependable, adaptable, and enjoys working in teams.

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Goddard School of Allen (West), TX opened its doors of a brand-new state-of-the-art facility in June 2021 to welcome families in the Allen community. As part of a larger franchise system, in…