Lead Teacher

The Goddard School of Plainfield, IL; Plainfield Township (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching

Bonus based on performance

Signing bonus

Dental, vision, and health insurance

Paid time off and paid holidays

Employee discounts and childcare discounts

Training and development

Tuition assistance

CDA credentials and tuition reimbursement

Job summary

The Goddard School of Plainfield, IL is seeking dedicated educators in early childhood education to coordinate daily operations and facilitate engaging educational activities for children. Responsibilities include maintaining classroom ratios, communicating closely with parents about their children's progress, and adhering to safety policies. Candidates should possess relevant educational qualifications, strong communication skills, and the ability to multitask under pressure. Benefits include a competitive salary, bonuses, and support for professional development.

Qualifications

• Experience in early childhood education, preferably 1–2 years.
• Capacity to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Eligible for background checks.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of assigned classes.
• Plan educational activities for children.
• Communicate with parents about children's progress.
• Maintain appropriate class ratios.

Skills

Strong relationship-building skills

Communication skills

Stress management

Multitasking

Education

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) certification

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Signing bonus
• Dental, vision, and health insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Employee discounts and childcare discounts
• Training and development, tuition assistance, and Goddard Systems University CEUs
• Competitive salary and opportunities for advancement (promotion from within)
• Professional development: CDA credentials and tuition reimbursement

Your well‑being is important to us! Our School offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) with match, and excellent childcare discounts. Additionally, we offer a $1,000 sign‑on bonus and additional performance bonuses throughout the year.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of assigned classes.
• Plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for children in a safe environment.
• Work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.
• Communicate with parents and other staff to share children’s progress and achievements.
• Maintain appropriate class ratios and ensure classroom resources support success.
• Adhere to school policies and child‑safety procedures.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop engaging curricula.
• Understand and promote the well‑being and learning of each child.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field; or Child Development Associate (CDA) certification; or a degree in any field with 6 hours of Early Childhood credits.
• 1–2 years of prior experience preferred.
• Strong relationship‑building and communication skills with children, parents, and faculty.
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multitasking.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 lbs. (and for infant and toddler teachers, lift infants into and out of a crib).
• Meets background‑check eligibility requirements.