Lead Teacher Younger and Toddler

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Are you passionate about positively impacting children’s lives and making a difference in early childhood education? We offer a premium educational experience in state‑of‑the‑art facilities full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that prepares every child to succeed in school and in life.

18.00+, Depending on Experience.

• Your well-being is important to us! Medical, dental, vision insurance, paid time off, holidays, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized! Our Goddard Systems University is IACET accredited for CEUs, many schools offer CDA credentials and tuition reimbursement, and we promote from within.
• You will be a part of a supportive team! Full support from directors, planning and resource time, maintained ratios, and classroom resources.
• We recognize our teachers! Year‑round recognition programs.

Our lead teachers coordinate daily operations of assigned classes, planning, presenting, and evaluating educational and recreational activities in a safe environment. Teachers work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.

• Feel a sense of accomplishment as you experience the laughter and wonder of children participating in activities you planned.
• Observe children’s interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an 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 childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession.

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Obtaining at least Step 6 in ORO.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred.
• 1‑2 years of previous experience preferred.
• Has successfully completed state‑required pre‑service training.
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty members.
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multitasking to ensure smooth school operations.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. when handling children, and for Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, lift infants into and out of a crib.
• Meets background check eligibility – C .

As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premier 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 children have fun while learning skills for long-term success.

All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety. We are proudly accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning.