No Weekends
10+ Days of Paid HOLIDAY Time
Only Serious Candidates should apply
The Goddard School® located in Collegeville, PA is seeking a passionate, seasoned, energetic and positive Lead Teacher for our Preschool I classroom. Join us to create a fun and nurturing environment for young children by implementing an engaging, developmentally appropriate proprietary curriculum that alleviates the burden of creating things from scratch! Lead daily activities, inspire young minds, assess progress, engage in hands-on learning, and collaborate with a supportive team of two additional classroom teachers .
- Curriculum and Instruction:
- Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using Goddard's proprietary curriculum - expand as little or as much as you want - your have the flexibility to what's inspiring and appropriate for your students!
- Foster a love of learning through creative, hands-on, engaging teaching methods using endless resources
- Observe and assess children's development and adjust activities accordingly; Use the developmental data you receive through our advanced assessment platform to adjust your lessons according to where the child is developmentally
- Classroom Management:
- Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment - Your room is your space! We encourage an inviting, warm, and child-centered environment
- Manage daily routines and transitions smoothly
- Address behavioral issues with positive guidance and support
- Family Communication:
- Maintain open and effective communication with parents/guardians regarding their child's progress and daily activities - via in-person and electronically via Daily Reports and communication app
- Conduct parent-teacher conferences and provide regular updates
- Encourage family involvement and participation in school activities
- Health and Safety:
- Ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the classroom and common areas
- Adhere to all health and safety guidelines and procedures
- Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to ensure their safety and well-being
- Professional Development:
- Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities
- Stay current with best practices in early childhood education
- Collaborate with other teachers and staff to share ideas and strategies
- Competitive hourly wage
- Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)
- Paid time off and holidays
- No nights, no weekends and holiday schedules
- Childcare reimbursement/discount
- Retirement plan benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
- Recognition programs
- High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
- 2-4 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred
- Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
- Can work collaboratively with others
- Enjoys working with positive, like-minded people who are passionate about education
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children
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. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. 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.
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.
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