Lead Spanish Teacher

The Goddard School; Maplewood (NJ); On-site; USD 24,796 - 38,572; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School in Maplewood, New Jersey is seeking a passionate Lead Spanish Teacher to create a nurturing, bilingual learning environment for young children. You will lead daily activities in English and Spanish and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum.

Join a supportive team, collaborate with an assistant teacher, and engage with families to support each child’s growth. This role offers opportunities for professional development and a rewarding, meaningful career.

Qualifications

• High school diploma is required.
• Associate or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education is required or preferred.
• 2-3 years of experience with young children in licensed childcare or preschool.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) is preferred.
• State-required pre-service training completed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Foster a love of learning through engaging teaching methods.
• Observe and assess children's development and adjust activities accordingly.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Manage daily routines and transitions smoothly.
• Address behavioral issues with positive guidance and support.
• Maintain open communication with parents/guardians regarding progress.
• Conduct parent-teacher conferences and provide regular updates.
• Encourage family involvement in school activities.
• Ensure health and safety guidelines are followed.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and collaboration with staff.

Skills

Communication with parents and kids

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Training & development

The Goddard School® located in Maplewood, New Jersey is seeking a passionate Lead Spanish Teacher. Join us to create a nurturing environment for young children by implementing an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum. Lead daily activities, inspire young minds and collaborate with a supportive team. Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Join our welcoming community, where you can grow and make a real difference in children’s lives every day. If you’re passionate about education and children, and ready to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you!

The Early Childhood Lead Teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. The Goddard School of Maplewood is a Tri-lingual school that teaches English, Spanish, and Mandarin. The lead teacher speaks to the students in their target language all day, embodies and support the school’s vision & mission and make it central to all decisions and actions. Additionally, a lead teacher is responsible to work together with an assistant teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

Lead Teacher Key Responsibilities:

• Curriculum and Instruction:
• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
• Foster a love of learning through creative and engaging teaching methods
• Observe and assess children's development and adjust activities accordingly
• Classroom Management:
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom 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
• 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

What We Offer (varies by location):

• Competitive hourly wage
• Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)
• Paid time off and holidays
• No nights, weekend and holiday schedules
• Childcare reimbursement/discount
• Retirement plan benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Recognition programs

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required;
• associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education required
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
• 2-3 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting required
• Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training
• Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children

If you’re an energetic, nurturing person looking for a supportive and fun workplace, join us! Our School offers a premium educational experience in state-of-the-art facilities, helping every child become a joyful, confident learner ready for success in school and life.

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.