Toddler Lead Teacher

We are looking for a Lead Teacher in one of our Toddler classrooms (1-2 years old, currently all two year olds now). Lead Teachers are responsible for ensuring compliance with Goddard's industry-leading Quality Assurance standards. Lead Teachers write and implement their own lesson plans based on Goddard Developmental Guidelines and monthly school themes. Most importantly, they create a positive learning environment in their classroom where children develop a lifelong love of learning!

Our lead teachers need to have a minimum of 1 year of experience, have a good understanding of classroom management, work well with other teachers, and of course love working with children. We also expect teachers to follow our Health and Safety guidelines and communicate well with parents.

Must be available 7:00 am–4:00 pm Monday‑Friday.

Starting pay $18.00 per hour.

$500 sign‑on bonus for vaccinated teachers (eligible if you have been fully vaccinated within the last six months, or if you have a booster after being out of that period).

• Three weeks paid time off per calendar year
• Paid holidays / inclement weather days
• Paid birthdays
• Annual bonuses
• Discounted childcare
• Tele Doc Service – doctors on‑call 24/7/365
• Paid CDA program
• Paid trainings

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, and management experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool.
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework, including 12 hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8, and management experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool.
• An Associate’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field and 1 year of experience (1560 clock hours) working in a licensed childcare center or preschool and 1 year of management experience.
• An Associate’s degree or higher in a related field, including 18 hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8, and 2 years (3120 clock hours) of experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool, and 1 year of management experience.
• A current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential, and an additional 12 semester hours or continuing education units in courses related to young children birth to age 8, and 2 years (3120 clock hours) of experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool, and 1 year of management experience.

• Develop lesson plans.
• Meet the individual needs of the children.
• Communicate with parents.
• Participate in staff and training meetings.
• Design an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom.
• Interact with the children to support play, exploration, and learning.
• Present expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level.
• Plan and implement activities that develop self‑esteem and social skills.
• Communicate appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff.
• Build teamwork.
• Use assessment tools.
• Commit to continuing education.

In order to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions from the Goddard School in Vinings will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. The Goddard School in Vinings does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practice on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

• Entry level

• Full‑time

• Education and Training

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