Lead Teacher Infant Classroom

Benefits:

• 401(k) and matching
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental, health, and vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off and holidays
• Training & development, including tuition assistance
• Wellness resources
• No nights, holidays, and weekends
• Best wages and benefits in the childcare industry

Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in early childhood education? Are you energetic and nurturing, seeking a supportive and fun workplace? The Goddard School offers a state-of-the-art educational environment full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment for children to develop into joyful, confident learners prepared for success in school and life.

Apply today to experience working for an employer who values our teachers as the heart of our school. You are a vital part of our culture, and you'll notice the difference immediately.

This position is for our Older Infant classroom (children aged 12-20 months). Hours are Monday-Friday, 8 am-5 pm approximately.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Childcare discounts
• Professional development through Goddard Systems University, CEUs, CDA credentials, and tuition reimbursement
• Opportunities for internal promotion
• Supportive team environment with resources and planning time
• Recognition programs for teachers

Teachers are responsible for coordinating daily classroom operations, planning and evaluating educational activities, and working directly with children and parents to provide quality service.

What’s it like to be a teacher at our School?

• Experience the joy of children participating in your planned activities
• Develop creative curriculum ideas based on children’s interests
• Communicate daily with parents via various channels
• Grow professionally alongside other childcare professionals

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Infant/Toddler CDA preferred
• 1-2 years experience with infants/young toddlers preferred
• Completed state-required pre-service training
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to handle stressful situations professionally and multi-task
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, including infants into/out of cribs
• Meets background check requirements

About Goddard Schools:

With over 35 years of operation, more than 600 schools, and 75,000 students across 37 states and D.C., we are a leading provider of early childhood education. Our schools are committed to high standards of safety, care, and education, and are accredited by Cognia and the Partnership for 21st Century Learning.

Each location is independently owned and operated by franchisees who set their own wages and benefits.