Infant Lead Teacher Position

The Goddard School; Avon (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School in Avon, OH is seeking energetic lead teachers to deliver high-quality early childhood education in a nurturing, supportive classroom. This role emphasizes day-time hours with no nights or weekends, enabling a healthy work-life balance while fostering each child’s development.

Benefits include health and dental insurance, paid time off, a signing bonus, and ongoing professional development through Goddard Systems University, with opportunities for advancement within the Avon

Qualifications

• High School Diploma is required.
• Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education (or child-related degree) preferred.
• Current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential preferred.
• Enrolled in CDA or degreed program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Developing and implementing lesson plan activities appropriate to the child’s age and development.
• Meeting the individual needs of the children.
• Professional parent communication.
• Participation in staff and training meetings.
• Designing a room arrangement to support goals and development.
• Interacting with children to support play, exploration, and learning.
• Presenting expectations suitable for age and development.
• Supporting a team environment.
• Using assessment tools.
• Committing to continuing education.

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education (or child-related degree) is preferred

Current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential is preferred

Currently enrolled in a CDA or degreed program is preferred

Job description

No nights and weekends! Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun? If so, then The Goddard School is the place for you! We offer a premium educational experience in our state-of-the- art facilities that is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life!

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development

Benefits & Perks of Working at Avon Goddard School:

• Your well-being is important to us! Our school offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off including winter break, holidays, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). We also pride ourselves on promoting from within so you can continue to grow your career with us.
• You will be a part of a supportive team! Teachers have full support from our directors, including planning or resource time, to be successful in the classroom. We promise to maintain ratios and ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success.
• We recognize our teachers! We have recognition programs that are offered throughout the year. Details will be provided.

Our lead teachers are responsible for

• Developing and implementing lesson plan activities that are appropriate to the child’s age and developmental level.
• Meeting the individual needs of the children.
• Professional 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.

Qualifications - One of the following

• High School Diploma (required)
• Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education (or child-related degree) is preferred (but not required)
• Current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential is preferred (but not required)
• Currently enrolled in a CDA or degreed program is preferred (but not required)

About Goddard Schools

As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety. We are proudly accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning: A Network of Battelle for Kids.

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.