Lead Teacher 2s Classroom

The Goddard School; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights/weekends

Childcare discounts

Recognition programs

CDA tuition reimbursement

Company parties

Free uniforms

Advancement opportunities

401(k)

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Job summary

The Goddard School in Naperville, IL is seeking a warm, nurturing Lead Teacher who loves working with young children. This full-time role for younger ages offers a supportive team and a close-knit school community where relationships matter.

We provide a positive environment where teachers feel supported, appreciated, and celebrated, with opportunities for growth and development in a vibrant classroom setting designed for curiosity and growth.

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

Responsibilities

• Lead Teacher responsibilities involving younger children at The Goddard School Naperville location.
• Collaborate with Lead Teachers to create joyful, engaging learning experiences in classrooms designed for curiosity and growth.

Job description

Benefits:

• No nights and weekends
• Childcare discounts
• Recognition programs
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Company parties
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching

Love teaching but wish you had a more supportive team? Come see what makes our Goddard School different!

The Goddard School® located at: 1032 104th Street Naperville, IL 60564 is looking for a warm, nurturing Lead Teacher who truly loves working with young children. Looking for full time teachers for younger ages.

We are not a big, impersonal center. We are a close-knit school community where relationships matter — with our students, our families, and especially our teachers.

At our School, we believe when teachers feel supported, appreciated, and celebrated, children thrive. You’ll work alongside caring Lead Teachers to create joyful, engaging learning experiences in beautiful classrooms designed for curiosity and growth.

This is a place where:

• Your ideas are welcomed
• Your hard work is recognized
• Your growth is supported
• And your impact is felt every single day

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

We celebrate our team with teacher recognition, appreciation lunches, fun team contests, and a leadership team that is present, involved, and truly cares.

Compensation: $18.00 - $24.00 per hour

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.