Lead Teacher

The Goddard School of Naperville (83rd Street), IL; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 33,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights and weekends

Childcare discounts

Recognition programs

Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

A leading early childhood education center in Naperville is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to implement engaging curriculum and create a nurturing environment for young children. You will lead daily activities, communicate with families, and ensure health and safety standards. The ideal candidate has experience in childcare and is committed to children's growth. Join our supportive team to make a real difference in children's lives every day. This role offers competitive benefits and a welcoming community.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs while handling children.
• Effective communication with children, families and faculty is essential.
• 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.
• Maintain a safe and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supervise children during all activities to ensure safety.
• Supervise children to uphold health and safety standards and licensing requirements.
• 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 and Resource Teachers.
• Model and implement positive guidance strategies to support social-emotional growth and conflict resolution.

Skills

Effective communication

Child supervision

Positive guidance strategies

Education

High school diploma

Associate's or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

Benefits

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

The Goddard School® of Naperville 83rd seeks 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

• High school diploma required; associate’s or bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
• 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.