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Infant Lead Teacher

Job in Plainfield, Will County, Illinois, 60544, USA
Listing for: The Goddard School of Plainfield, IL
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-06
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Early Childhood Education, Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Company parties
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discounts
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Tuition assistance
  • Vision insurance
  • Signing bonus

Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School:

  • Your well-being is important to us! Our school offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and paid holidays, 401K + match, and childcare discounts. We also offer a $1,000 sign-on bonus and additional bonuses throughout the year.
  • Your professional development is prioritized! Our Goddard Systems University provides Continuing Education Units (CEUs), CDA credentials, and tuition reimbursement. We promote from within to support your career growth.
  • You will be a part of a supportive team! Teachers receive full support from directors, including planning and resource time, to ensure classroom success. We maintain ratios and provide necessary resources.
  • We recognize our teachers! Recognition programs are offered throughout the year.

Our lead teachers coordinate daily classroom operations, plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities, and work directly with children and parents to provide quality service.

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

  • Experience a sense of accomplishment through children's laughter and participation in planned activities
  • Observe children's interests and collaborate on curriculum development
  • Communicate daily with parents via various channels about their children’s progress
  • Engage with other professionals and grow in your career

Qualifications

  • Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field, or
  • Child Development Associate (CDA), or
  • Degree in any field with 6 hours of Early Childhood credits
  • 1-2 years of experience preferred
  • Ability to develop relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff
  • Ability to handle stressful situations professionally and multi-task
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs., including infants
  • Meets background check requirements

About Goddard Schools

With 35 years of operation, over 600 schools, and more than 75,000 students across 37 states and D.C., we use current, endorsed methods to ensure children learn while having fun. Accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning, we are committed to high standards of education, safety, and care.

If you’re passionate about impacting children’s lives and seeking a supportive, fun workplace, The Goddard School is for you! We offer a dynamic environment where every child can develop into a confident learner.

Apply today and experience the heart of our School — our teachers. YOU are central to our culture and success.

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