Lead Teacher (Pre-K)

The Goddard School

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.

About the role

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.

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

• No nights and weekends
• Childcare discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Qualifications

• Competitive salary
• 401(k)
• Training & development

Benefits

• Recognition programs
• Curriculum and Instruction

Pay

Competitive salary

Schedule

Nights and weekends are not required.

Skills

• Ability to implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using proprietary curriculum
• Strong classroom management skills
• Effective family communication skills
• Supervisory and safety oversight skills
• Active participation in professional development
• Observational and assessment skills
• Collaborative teamwork skills
• Positive guidance and behavior management skills

Benefits

• Childcare discounts
• Recognition programs
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Schedule

Nights and weekends are not required.

Pay

Competitive salary