Lead Teacher

The Goddard School of Viera, FL; United States; On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights or weekends

Childcare discounts

Professional development

CDA tuition reimbursement

Tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to join our team in Viera, FL. You will lead daily activities, implement our Wonder of Learning curriculum, and collaborate with a supportive staff to create a nurturing environment for young children.

We value educators who foster growth, communicate with families, and adhere to health and safety standards while pursuing ongoing professional development and CDA-related opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1–2 years of experience with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred.
• State-required pre-service training completed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs in caring for children.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities and implement age-appropriate lesson plans using the Wonder of Learning curriculum.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Maintain open, effective communication with families about child progress and activities.
• Uphold health and safety standards and licensing requirements.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.
• Observe and document children's learning to inform activities and share insights with families.
• Collaborate with Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers to support the team.
• Model positive behavior guidance to support social-emotional growth.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

Adaptability

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA certification

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

The Goddard School® located at: 8557 Bower Lane Viera, FL 32940 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

• 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

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.