Lead Two's Teacher

The Goddard School on State Bridge Road is looking for an enthusiastic, dependable, and passionate Lead Teacher to join our exceptional team. We believe our teachers are the heart of our school, and we are committed to creating an environment where educators feel supported, valued, and empowered to grow. If you love inspiring young children through play-based learning, building meaningful relationships with families, and working alongside a collaborative team, we'd love to meet you.

About the role

At The Goddard School, you'll have the opportunity to make a lasting impact while teaching in a beautiful, state-of-the-art preschool serving families throughout Alpharetta and Johns Creek.

Benefits

• No nights and weekends
• 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
• Bonus based on performance
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid holidays
• Employee childcare discount (where applicable)

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences using The Goddard School's exclusive Wonder of Learning® curriculum.
• Foster curiosity, creativity, independence, and a lifelong love of learning.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the developmental needs of every child.
• Maintain a safe, organized, clean, and welcoming classroom environment.
• Build meaningful relationships with each child while promoting confidence and social-emotional development.
• Manage classroom routines with consistency, warmth, and professionalism.
• Communicate daily with families regarding children's learning, development, and classroom experiences.
• Create positive relationships built on trust, respect, and open communication.
• Participate in conferences and school events.
• Follow all Georgia Bright from the Start licensing regulations and Goddard Quality Assurance standards.
• Maintain the highest standards of health, safety, and cleanliness every day.
• Ensure children are actively supervised both indoors and outdoors.
• Observe, assess, and document children's developmental progress.
• Use assessments to guide lesson planning and individual learning goals.
• Mentor and support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers.
• Collaborate with school leadership and fellow educators to create an outstanding educational experience.
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• Passion for working with young children.
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic.
• Dependable, organized, and professional.
• Strong communication and classroom management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to providing exceptional care and education every day.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• CDA, Associate's, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center or preschool preferred.
• Knowledge of child development and developmentally appropriate practices.
• Must meet all Georgia Bright from the Start licensing requirements and successfully complete required background checks.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and actively engage with young children throughout the day.