Lead Teacher
Listed on 2026-07-17
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Education / Teaching
Early Childhood Education, Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities -
Child Care/Nanny
Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
Benefits
- Competitive salary
- Paid time off
The Goddard School of Waunakee, WI is looking for a passionate and dedicated 4K Lead Teacher to inspire young minds during one of the most important stages of their development. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a nurturing classroom environment where creativity, curiosity, and learning come to life every day. If you love shaping the future one little learner at a time, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities- Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate curriculum and lesson plans for 4K students
- Foster a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment that supports social, emotional, and cognitive development
- Observe, assess, and document each child s developmental progress and milestones
- Communicate regularly with parents and guardians regarding student growth and classroom activities
- Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and classroom aides
- Maintain a clean, organized, and developmentally appropriate classroom setting
- Collaborate with school leadership and fellow educators to uphold Goddard School standards and best practices
- Associate s or Bachelor s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred
- Experience working with preschool or 4K-aged children in a licensed childcare or educational setting
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) and early childhood curriculum
- Strong classroom management and communication skills
- Ability to build warm, trusting relationships with children, families, and colleagues
- Must meet Wisconsin state licensing requirements for lead teacher qualifications
- CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
The Goddard School of Waunakee is part of the nationally recognized Goddard School franchise, trusted by families for decades to provide premium early childhood education. Our play-based learning approach and commitment to nurturing the whole child have made us a top choice for parents in the Waunakee community. We pride ourselves on a supportive, team-oriented culture where educators are valued, empowered, and given the tools they need to thrive.
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