Resource Teacher

No Nights and Weekends! Are you an experienced early childhood professional looking for a dynamic role where you can apply your knowledge in multiple areas of preschool operations? The Goddard School in

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

As a Resource Teacher
, you'll play an essential part in supporting our school’s daily operations and long-term goals. You'll serve as a classroom floater, provide teacher planning breaks, assist with front office tasks, and act as a backup cook when needed. You'll also help prepare the school for NAEYC accreditation by supporting documentation, observation, and process alignment.

We’re looking for someone who is organized, flexible, and passionate about high-quality early childhood education.

• Float between classrooms to support teaching teams and ensure smooth transitions
• Provide coverage for teacher breaks and planning periods
• Serve as backup cook when the kitchen staff is unavailable
• Support the documentation and preparation processes for NAEYC accreditation
• Assist with administrative duties in the front office as needed
• Support classroom environments that foster social-emotional growth and learning
• Maintain a clean, safe, and nurturing environment for children
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance school operations and classroom effectiveness

• Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• Child Development Associate Required
• Strong understanding of NAEYC standards, as well as ITERS and ECERS
• Experience in curriculum implementation, classroom management, or preschool leadership roles
• Proficient with Microsoft 365 (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams)
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with child care responsibilities and emergencies
• Comfortable working with all age groups, from infants to pre-K
• Flexible, team-oriented, and eager to support wherever needed
• Must demonstrate empathy, dependability, and professionalism

At The Goddard School in Cordova, TN
, we value our team and show appreciation through:

• Staff recognition programs throughout the year
• A positive and supportive team culture
• Opportunities for professional development and leadership
• A meaningful opportunity to use your experience and creativity to support children, families, and staff

As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life.

Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident, and joyful learners.

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.