Lead Teacher Young Toddlers - Full-Time

The Goddard School; Virginia; On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Goddard School in Chesterfield, Virginia is seeking an Older Toddler Lead Teacher for full-time hours (7:30 AM – 4:30 PM) to guide 17–24 month olds. You will create a safe, nurturing learning environment, collaborate with an assistant teacher, and communicate regularly with families.

The role emphasizes developmentally appropriate activities, positive guidance, and maintaining classroom routines. Benefits include health insurance, PTO, discounts, and ongoing training to support professional

Qualifications

• CDA preferred or working toward one.
• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Education.
• 6+ months of experience in a childcare setting.
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and staff.
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations while multitasking.
• Ability to lift up to 45 lbs and meet background check requirements.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, nurturing learning environment.
• Support each child’s social and emotional development.
• Establish positive and effective family relations.
• Collaborate with the assistant teacher and entire faculty.
• Plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for children.

Skills

Relationship building

Communication

Multitasking

Professional composure

Education

CDA preferred, or working towards one

Associate's or Bachelor's in Education

Job description

No nights and weekends!
We are looking for a passionate Older Toddler Lead Teacher (17-24 months) Full-time (7:30 - 4:30), who will positively impact children's lives and make a difference in early childhood education to join our team. Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a supportive, fun workplace? If so, then The Goddard School located in Chesterfield, Virginia, is the place for you! We offer a premium educational experience that is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and life.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
  

No nights and weekends!
We are looking for a passionate Older Toddler Lead Teacher (17-24 months) Full-time (7:30 - 4:30), who will positively impact children's lives and make a difference in early childhood education to join your team.. Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a supportive, fun workplace? If so, then The Goddard School located in Chesterfield, Virginia, is the place for you! We offer a premium educational experience that is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and life.

Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School

• Your well-being is important to us! We offer medical insurance, paid time off and holidays after your 90-day probationary period, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). We also pride ourselves on promoting from within so you can continue to grow your career with us.
• You will be a part of a supportive team! Teachers have full support from our directors, including planning or resource time, to be successful in the classroom. We promise to maintain ratios and ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success.

What’s it like to be a teacher at our School?

• Feel a sense of accomplishment as you experience the laughter and wonder of children participating in activities you planned
• Observe children’s interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculum
• Communicate with parents daily, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions
• Engage with other childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession

Responsibilities of a Lead Teacher include the following

• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting each child’s social and emotional development
• Establishing positive and effective family relations
• Working with the assistant teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty
• Our lead teachers are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned classes. Teachers will plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for childcare in a safe environment. Teachers work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.

Qualifications

• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred, or working towards one
• Either an Associate's Degree or a Bachelor's Degree in Education
• 6 months or more of previous experience working in a childcare facility
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multitasking to ensure smooth school operations
• Must be able to lift up to 45 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergencies.
• Meets background check eligibility

Have you been searching for a career that will allow you to use your experience and creativity to help shape children's lives? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a supportive, fun workplace? If so, then The Goddard School in Chesterfield, Virginia, is your place! We offer a premium educational experience in our state‑of‑the‑art facilities, full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and life.

About Goddard Schools

As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premier spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington, D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long‑term success in school and life. 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.