Lead Teacher — Flexible, Growth-Focused Early Education

The Goddard School; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) Matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Tuition assistance

Training & development

Wellness resources

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

The Goddard School in Chicago, IL is seeking a Lead Teacher to establish and maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment for young children. You will support social-emotional development, plan activities to boost self-esteem, and foster positive family relations.

Ideal candidates hold a CDA or higher, with ongoing ECE coursework, and have 2+ years in a licensed center or a BA in ECE. Opportunities for growth and advancement are emphasized in our program.

Qualifications

• CDA or higher education coursework with plan to enroll in Early Childhood Education within 12 months at Goddard.
• Commitment to enroll in and complete 6 hours of online or in-person ECE courses within a year.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a licensed early childhood center.
• Bachelor's degree in an early childhood field.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, nurturing learning environment.
• Support each child’s social and emotional development with positive guidance.
• Plan activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
• Respect cultural and ethnic diversity.
• Establish positive and effective family relations.
• Maintain a portfolio for each child.
• Use assessment tools (e.g., Progress Reports).
• Attend faculty meetings and professional growth opportunities.

Skills

Child interaction

Professional communication

Regulatory compliance

Education

CDA or higher education coursework

Commitment to ECE coursework

2 years experience in licensed center

Bachelor's degree in ECE

Job description

The Goddard School in Chicago, IL is seeking a Lead Teacher to establish and maintain a safe, nurturing learning environment for young children. You will support social-emotional development, plan activities to boost self-esteem, and foster positive family relations.

Ideal candidates hold a CDA or higher, with ongoing ECE coursework, and have 2+ years in a licensed center or a BA in ECE. Opportunities for growth and advancement are emphasized in our program.