Lead Teacher

The Goddard School; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights

No weekends

Recognition programs

CDA tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Job summary

The Goddard School is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to deliver our Wonder of Learning curriculum and create a nurturing environment for young children at our Lansdale location. You will lead daily activities, inspire curiosity, and collaborate with a supportive team.

We value growth and offer professional development opportunities, with a focus on developmentally appropriate practices and strong family engagement. Join us to advance your teaching career in a premium early childhood setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or higher.
• 1-2 years of experience with young children in licensed childcare or preschool.
• Completed state-required pre-service training.
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, families and faculty members.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children.

Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans using the Wonder of Learning curriculum to engage each child’s growth.
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Maintain open communication with families about their child’s progress and activities.
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to uphold health and safety standards.
• Participate actively in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance teaching skills.
• Observe, assess and document children’s learning and development to inform activities and share insights with families.
• Foster collaboration by supporting Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers.
• Model and implement positive guidance strategies for social-emotional growth and conflict resolution.

Skills

Communicates effectively

Team collaboration

Health and safety awareness

Behavior guidance

Education

Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or higher

Tools

Wonder of Learning curriculum

Job description

Benefits

• No nights and weekends
• Recognition programs
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks

The Goddard School® located at: 130 S. Valley Forge Road, Lansdale PA 19446 is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher. At our School, we put our teachers first because they put our students first. Join us to create a nurturing environment for young children by implementing an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum using our proprietary Wonder of Learning® program. 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!

Lead Teacher Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum and Instruction: Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using our proprietary Wonder of Learning® curriculum to engage and support each child’s growth
• Classroom Management: Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment
• Family Communication: Maintain open, effective and positive communication with families and guardians about their child’s progress and daily activities
• Health and Safety: Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to uphold health and safety standards, licensing regulations and ensure their well-being
• Professional Development: Participate actively in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance teaching skills
• Assessment and Documentation: Observe, assess and document children’s learning and development to inform activities and share insights with families
• Team Collaboration: Support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers, fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Behavior Guidance: Model and implement positive guidance strategies to support social-emotional growth and conflict resolution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or higher
• 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred
• Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, families 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.