Lead Twos Teacher

The Goddard School of Lynnwood, WA; Lynnwood (WA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No nights and weekends

Childcare discounts

Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School of Lynnwood, WA is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to implement age-appropriate lesson plans using the proprietary Wonder of Learning® program. The role includes creating a nurturing environment, maintaining effective communication with families, and supervising children's activities to ensure their health and safety. Candidates should have a high school diploma, with preferences for higher education in Early Childhood Education and previous experience in childcare settings. Join us to make a positive impact on young children's lives!

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool.
• Must communicate effectively with children, families, and faculty.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. for handling children.

Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans using proprietary curriculum.
• Maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Supervise children during activities to ensure health and safety standards.

Skills

Effective communication with families

Classroom management

Child development documentation

Team collaboration

Positive guidance strategies

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

Benefits

• No nights and weekends
• Childcare discounts
• Recognition programs
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

The Goddard School® located at 18802 55th Avenue W. Lynnwood, WA 98036 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

• Implement age‑appropriate lesson plans and activities using our proprietary Wonder of Learning® curriculum to engage and support each child’s growth (Curriculum and Instruction).
• Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment (Classroom Management).
• Maintain open, effective and positive communication with families and guardians about their child’s progress and daily activities (Family Communication).
• Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to uphold health and safety standards, licensing regulations and ensure their well‑being (Health and Safety).
• Participate actively in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance teaching skills (Professional Development).
• Observe, assess and document children’s learning and development to inform activities and share insights with families (Assessment and Documentation).
• Support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers, fostering a collaborative and positive team environment (Team Collaboration).
• Model and implement positive guidance strategies to support social‑emotional growth and conflict resolution (Behavior Guidance).

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.

If you’re an energetic, nurturing person looking for a supportive and fun workplace, join us! Our School offers a premium educational experience in state‑of‑the‑art facilities, helping every child become a joyful, confident learner ready for success in school and life.