Lead Teacher - Infants - Inspire Children - 17-21/hr
The Goddard School · Newark, DE · 1 mo ago
On-siteEducation$17–$21/hrFull-time
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Signed bonus
- Training & development
The Goddard School of Newark – Newark, DE
Pay: $17.00 – $21.00 per hour + Signing Bonus + Performance Incentives + Performance Bonuses
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation & Performance Incentives
- $17.00 – $21.00 per hour (based on experience)
- Signed Bonus Available
- Bonus Performance Incentive Program:
- Earn an additional $0.50/hour for every full-paying student you help enroll
- Bonuses remain as long as the child stays enrolled
- No cap on earnings
- Referral bonuses for:
- New student enrollments
- New staff hires
- Whole-child development—not just academics
- Hands-on, inquiry-based learning environments
- Strong partnerships with families
- Aesthetic outdoor learning and nutrition-focused routines
- Beautiful, engaging classrooms
- A collaborative, team-oriented culture
- Professional growth and leadership opportunities
- In our environment, teamwork and consistency matter.
- Being dependable and maintaining regular attendance helps ensure a stable, supportive experience for both children and your fellow teachers.
- We don’t believe in “checking boxes.” We believe in intentional teaching.
- Create and lead a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum
- Observe children and guide learning through their interests
- Build strong relationships with children and families
- Collaborate closely with your Assistant Teacher and team
- Support children’s social-emotional development
- Communicate consistently with families
- Contribute to a positive, professional school culture
- Teachers who believe early childhood education is meaningful, skilled work
- Individuals who are reflective, coachable, and growth-oriented
- Team players who enjoy collaboration and shared responsibility
- Professionals who take pride in their work
- CDA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree in ECE or related field (preferred)
- Previous experience in early childhood education required
- Must meet Delaware licensing requirements
- Tuition reimbursement
- Free coffee bar