Lead Teacher Toddler

The Goddard School of Macomb, MI; Michigan; On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights and weekends

Childcare discounts

Professional development and CDA

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

Flexible schedule

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Goddard School of Macomb, MI is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to join our caring team. You will lead daily activities, implement age-appropriate lessons using our Wonder of Learning program, and partner with families to support each child’s growth.

We offer a nurturing environment with a developmentally focused curriculum and a collaborative team. Benefits include competitive pay, professional development, and a supportive, child-centered workplace.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; ECE degree preferred.
• CDA certification preferred.
• 1–2 years’ experience in licensed childcare or preschool.
• Pre-service training completed as required by state.
• Ability to build relationships with children, families and staff.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs as part of daily activities.

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 communication with families about progress and activities.
• Supervise indoor and outdoor activities to ensure health and safety.
• Participate in ongoing professional development and training.
• Observe and document children's learning to inform activities and share insights with families.
• Support Assistant Teachers and other staff to foster teamwork.
• Model positive guidance to support social-emotional growth and conflict resolution.

Skills

Child development knowledge

Communication with families

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma

Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

CDA

Job description

Benefits

• No nights and weekends
• Childcare discounts
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 401(k)
• Flexible schedule
• Tuition assistance

The Goddard School 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.