Lead Teacher With Experience for New Preschool

The Goddard School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School of Greenpoint in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a Lead Teacher for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. You will implement the Wonder of Learning curriculum, create a nurturing classroom, and collaborate with a supportive team to help children grow.

We offer a state-of-the-art space, opportunities for advancement, and a compensation package aligned with education and experience. Join a community focused on high-quality early childhood education.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher in early childhood education.
• Experience in an early childhood classroom preferred.
• Strong understanding of child development and play-based learning.
• Ability to plan engaging lessons and manage a classroom.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet licensing, health, and safety requirements for the role.

Responsibilities

• Curriculum and Instruction: Implement age-appropriate lesson plans using Wonder of Learning curriculum.
• Classroom Management: Create a safe, nurturing, inclusive classroom environment and balance structured teaching with play.
• Family Communication: Maintain open, positive communication with families about child progress.
• Health and Safety: Supervise children to uphold health and safety standards and licensing regulations.
• Professional Development: Engage in ongoing development and training.
• Assessment and Documentation: Observe and document children's learning and share insights with families.
• Team Collaboration: Work with leadership and staff on school-wide initiatives.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Communication

Child development knowledge

Education

Associates Degree or higher in early childhood education

Experience in early childhood classroom preferred

Tools

Wonder of Learning curriculum

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

We are seeking Lead Teachers for our classrooms. For our Lead Teacher for Infants, you must have at least 1 year experience in an infant classroom to apply.

• If you hold a Professional or Permanent New York State Teaching Certificate through your TEACH account, please let us know. Compensation may be higher based on your certification credentials.

The Goddard School® of Greenpoint, located at 85 Commercial Street, Brooklyn, NY 11222 is seeking a passionate and dedicated Lead Teacher to join our early childhood education team for infants/toddlers and preschoolers. Our School is a newly built, state-of-the-art, one-story, 10,000-square-foot learning environment designed with children and educators in mind. Filled with natural light and thoughtfully created spaces, our School offers an inspiring setting where teachers can do their best work and children can learn, explore, and thrive.

At The Goddard School® of Greenpoint, we believe in putting teachers first because our teachers put our children first. As a Lead Teacher, you will help create a nurturing, engaging, and developmentally appropriate classroom environment where children can learn, grow, and thrive.

Using our proprietary Wonder of Learning® curriculum, you will lead meaningful daily activities, inspire young minds, and collaborate with a supportive team committed to high-quality early childhood education.

If you’re a caring, energetic professional looking for a welcoming and supportive workplace, we’d love to have you join our team. Our School provides a high-quality learning environment where children are encouraged to grow, build confidence, and develop a lifelong love of learning in a place that feels nurturing and community-focused.

Compensation

$20-$30 per hour, based on education and experience.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Competitive Salary
• Opportunity for Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• Training and Development
• Tuition assistance
• Childcare assistance

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum and Instruction: Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using Goddard’s Wonder of Learning® curriculum.
• Classroom Management: Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment. Create engaging activities that support cognitive, physical, and language development. Balance structured teaching and play-based learning. Maintain a safe, clean, and organized 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: Collaborate with school leadership and team members to support classroom quality and school-wide initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher in early childhood education
• Experience working in an early childhood classroom preferred.
• Strong understanding of child development, play-based learning, and developmentally appropriate practice.
• Ability to create engaging lesson plans and manage a classroom with confidence and care.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Ability to meet all licensing, health, and safety requirements for the role.

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. 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.