Jobs · Education · Virginia

Lead Preschool Teacher

The Goddard School · Ashland, VA · 1 mo ago
On-siteEducationFull-time

Your well-being is important to us!

  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Your professional development is prioritized!

  • Training & development
  • Accredited by IACET for CEUs
  • Facilitates teachers in acquiring CDA credentials
  • Promotes from within

Work-Life Balance

  • Nights and weekends free for family time
  • 16 paid school holidays in addition to paid time off

Feel a sense of accomplishment

  • Experience the laughter and wonder of children participating in activities you planned
  • Support a caring staff including on-site Directors and on-site Owners
  • 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

Requirements

  • 1-2 years of previous teaching experience preferred
  • Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
  • Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
  • Mets background check eligibility
  • Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training
  • Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred

This Is Your Moment

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.

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.

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