Overview
A Lead or Assistant Teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment. Teachers work in multiple rooms until their permanent room comes available. This helps set our new teachers up for success and allows a smooth transition into their new role.
We are looking for experienced teachers in Early Childhood Education. Our school has served Broadview Heights and surrounding areas for over 20 years, and our children range from infant, toddler, preschool, pre-k, and school age ages. Prospective applicants should be nurturing, energetic, highly motivated, and a solid communicator. If you are, we will be excited to have you join our award-winning team.
Lead Teachers will work collaboratively with a Co-Teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty. Comprehensive and thorough paid training will be provided initially and will be on-going. Teamwork, employee empowerment, and accountability are highly valued.
Preferred Educational Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or a child-related degree) is preferred
- Associates degree in Early Childhood Education (or a child-related degree)
- Current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching credential
- Currently enrolled in a CDA or degreed program
Employee Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Eligible for incentive pay
- 2 Weeks of paid time off
- Paid holidays, including Winter Break (total of at least 21 paid days off per year)
- Annual pay increases and reviews
- Group Life Insurance ($25,000 paid by school)
- Short-Term Disability
- Paid professional development & trainings
- Health, dental and vision insurance, majority is company paid
- 50% Child Tuition Discount, $8,000-$10,000 annual value
- Employee referral bonuses
- 401k retirement plan w/ company match
- 1-hour lunch breaks
- Safe, clean, professional, positive work environment
General Qualifications
- Ability to hear the conversational voice, see and read newsprint, speak and be understood under normal circumstances
- Ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds
- Ability to handle crisis situations and respond immediately to emergency situations
Lead Teacher Responsibilities
- Developing and implementing lesson plan activities that are appropriate to the child’s age and developmental level.
- Meeting the individual needs of children.
- Parent communication.
- Participation in staff and training meetings.
- Designing an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom.
- Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning.
- Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child’s age and developmental level.
- Supporting a team environment.
- Using assessment tools.
- Committing to continuing education.
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.
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.
