Lead Teacher

The Goddard School of Springfield, IL; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 19,320 - 27,517; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Health insurance

Tuition scholarship for related coursework

Referral program

Job summary

A local early childhood education center is seeking a Lead Infant Teacher in Herndon, VA. This full-time role involves collaborating with a partner to teach and care for young children, implement lesson plans, and maintain classroom standards. Ideal candidates will possess relevant education and experience, alongside a positive and energetic demeanor. The center offers competitive pay, benefits including paid time off, and a supportive work environment that values professional development.

Qualifications

• Must have at least a High School Degree or Child Development Associate (CDA).
• Experience working with young children preferred.
• Fluency in English required.
• Comfort using iPads and other tablet technology.

Responsibilities

• Teach and care for a group of children with a partner teacher.
• Implement lesson plans based on 'Wonder of Learning' curriculum.
• Maintain classroom organization and cleanliness.
• Communicate effectively with parents.

Skills

Positive attitude

Patience

Flexibility

Energetic

Experience with young children

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Associate's Degree

Tools

Tablet technology

Job description

• Competitive salary, depending on responsibilities and qualifications
• 10 Paid days off for vacation and illness + 8 paid holidays
• Tuition scholarship for field‑related coursework
• Leadership opportunities
• Significant tuition discount for children of employees

Hours

This position is full-time and year round; new teachers start with a schedule of 9:00am - 6:00pm but may get earlier hours over time.

Qualifications

Personality – Positive, patient, flexible, hard‑working, energetic, loves spending time with young children (3‑5 years)

Education – all candidates must have at least one of the following:

• High School Degree, or equivalent; international credentials welcome
• Child Development Associate (CDA) (or at least 12 college credits in ECE), or current enrollment in a CDA program
• Associate's Degree (this is required for a lead teacher position)

All candidates must also have the following:

• A local address within reasonable commuting distance; international candidates should not apply
• Experience working with young children; school‑setting experience is preferred
• Fluency in English, to permit effective communication with staff and parents
• Comfort using tablet technology (iPads etc.)

Job Description

Looking for a job that includes laughter, singing, and hugs? Don't worry if you are new to teaching, we offer two weeks of training to all new members of our team, no matter what your experience is.

We are hiring for the position of a Lead Infant Teacher. All teachers work with a partner teacher to care for and teach a group of children, working as a team. Together both teachers implement lesson plans based on Goddard's proprietary inquiry‑based curriculum - 'Wonder of Learning' and manage the students as they learn, eat, sleep, and play. Teachers are responsible for keeping their classroom organized and clean, and communicating with parents.

About Us

The Goddard School located in Herndon, VA is seeking a friendly, high‑energy, creative, and experienced educator to be our newest teacher! Our whole team works hard, but we have a lot of fun being together and taking exceptional, loving care of our students and their parents. We are not a daycare, we are much more than child care, we are a playful learning environment for all ages. If you are looking for a professional, organized, and collaborative workplace, please apply! We look forward to meeting you!

Job Type: Full‑time

Pay: Competitive based on prior experience and education

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Relocation

Herndon, VA 20171: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

The Goddard School of Herndon is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Pay: From $17.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program

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.

Application Questions

• How many years of childcare experience do you have?
• Do you have the state required credentials or certificates? (If applicable)
• Do you have CPR certification?
• I was referred to this position by a current employee

Benefits For You

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 compensation and benefit programs, which vary by location. Many locations offer benefits such as:

• Paid Time Off
• Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)
• No nights, weekend and holiday schedules