Lead Teacher Infants and Toddlers

The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each location, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.

About Goddard Schools

As part of a larger franchise system in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 700 franchised Schools with more than 80,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. We have recently introduced Goddard's state-of-the-art inquiry-based proprietary education program called 'Wonder of Learning'. Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting each child’s social and emotional development
• Establishing positive and effective family relations
• Working with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty
• Handling 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)

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred or Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty
• Works productively without supervision
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an outstanding ability to listen and follow up on issues constructively
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Paid holidays during Christmas closure
• Generous childcare discount of 50% and no charge for a 4-C parent teacher
• Simple IRA plus 3% employer match
• Training and development, including paid certifications (e.g., CDA – Child Development Associate)
• Opportunity for advancement (promoting from within)
• Supportive team environment with guidance from lead teachers and directors
• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Flexible schedule (no nights and weekends)
• Tuition assistance