Lead/Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School; Arnold (MO); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School in Arnold, MO is hiring Full-Time Lead and Assistant Teachers to deliver high-quality early childhood education in a caring, structured setting. You will design play-based lesson plans and guide preschoolers toward essential developmental milestones.

We offer competitive pay, benefits, and opportunities for advancement, along with a supportive team environment that values growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience in a licensed childcare or preschool setting.
• Passionate about child development and early learning.
• Creative, energetic, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement creative, play‑based lesson plans tailored to Preschool development.
• Foster a nurturing and engaging classroom that promotes curiosity and learning.
• Support preschoolers in developing key skills.
• Use hands‑on activities, music, and movement to enhance learning experiences.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and co‑teachers.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe learning environment.
• Observe and document children’s progress and milestones.

Skills

Play-based learning

Lesson planning

Child development knowledge

Team collaboration

Job description

Now Hiring: Full-Time Lead and Assistant Teacher at The Goddard School® – Arnold, MO

Are you a passionate early childhood educator looking for a teaching position where you can truly make a difference? The Goddard School in Arnold, MO, is seeking dedicated Full-Time Preschool Teachers to join our team!

About The Goddard School

At The Goddard School, we are not a daycare—we are a high‑quality early childhood education program focused on helping children build a foundation for lifelong learning. Our teachers create engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans that support children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth in a structured, nurturing environment.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

Why Join Our Team

• Competitive hourly pay
• Comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Childcare discounts/reimbursement
• Retirement plan benefits
• Tuition and CDA reimbursement
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Recognition programs

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement creative, play‑based lesson plans tailored to Preschool development
• Foster a nurturing and engaging classroom that promotes curiosity and learning
• Support preschoolers in developing key skills
• Use hands‑on activities, music, and movement to enhance learning experiences
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and co‑teachers
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe learning environment
• Observe and document children’s progress and milestones

What We’re Looking For

• Previous teaching experience in a licensed childcare or preschool setting
• Passionate about child development and early learning
• Creative, energetic, and team‑oriented

If you’re looking for a fulfilling teaching career where you can shape the future of young learners, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply today and join our team of early childhood educators!