Lead Teacher- 2.5 year olds

About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using our proprietary Wonder of Learning® curriculum to engage and support each child’s growth
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment
• Maintain open, effective and positive communication with families and guardians about their child’s progress and daily activities
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to uphold health and safety standards, licensing regulations and ensure their well-being
• Participate actively in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance teaching skills
• Observe, assess and document children’s learning and development to inform activities and share insights with families
• Support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers, fostering a collaborative and positive team environment
• Model and implement positive guidance strategies to support social-emotional growth and conflict resolution

Requirements

• High school diploma required; associate's or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
• 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred
• Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, families and faculty members
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children

Qualifications

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Training & development

Benefits

• Childcare discounts

Pay

Competitive salary

Schedule

Nights and weekends are not available.

Skills

• Effective communication
• Positive guidance strategies
• Observation and assessment skills
• Team collaboration

Benefits

• Professional development and training opportunities

Behavioral Guidelines

• Model positive guidance strategies
• Foster a collaborative and positive team environment

Location Information

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.