Lead Young Preschool Teacher

The Goddard School of Gahanna, OH; Gahanna (OH); In loco; USD 35.000 - 39.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

401(k) matching

Health insurance allowance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off & paid holidays

Employee discounts

Descrizione del lavoro

The Goddard School of Gahanna, OH is seeking a Lead Young Preschool Teacher to take ownership of a classroom and lead with heart. The ideal candidate will have a CDA credential and experience with 3–5-year-olds, focusing on early childhood development. Responsibilities include designing engaging learning experiences, building relationships with families, and mentoring assistant teachers. The role offers a competitive salary between $35,000-$39,000 and a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth.

Competenze

• Experience working with children ages 3–5 in a preschool or early childhood setting.
• Warm, friendly, nurturing personality with a genuine passion for early learning.

Mansioni

• Lead a preschool classroom with confidence, creativity, and care.
• Design and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences.
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families through ongoing communication.
• Mentor and support assistant teachers within your classroom team.

Conoscenze

Strong understanding of early childhood development

Positive behavior guidance skills

Strong communication skills

Teamwork skills

Ability to create a structured classroom environment

Formazione

CDA (Child Development Associate) credential

Descrizione del lavoro

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Employee discounts
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Job Title

Lead Young Preschool Teacher – Inspire Wonder, Lead with Purpose

At The Goddard School, we believe early childhood education should be filled with curiosity, connection, and joy. We are seeking an experienced, passionate Lead Preschool Teacher who is ready to take ownership of a classroom, lead with heart, and help shape a school culture where children—and teachers—thrive.

This is more than a teaching role. It is a leadership opportunity for an educator who loves building meaningful relationships, guiding young learners through discovery, and mentoring others along the way.

Our classrooms are guided by our proprietary Wonder of Learning™ curriculum, rooted in inquiry-based, play-driven experiences that spark imagination and support whole-child development.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a preschool classroom with confidence, creativity, and care
• Design and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences
• Guide children through hands-on, inquiry-based discovery and play
• Build strong, trusting relationships with families through ongoing communication
• Observe, document, and support each child’s developmental growth
• Create a warm, structured environment where children feel safe, seen, and excited to learn
• Mentor and support assistant teachers within your classroom team
• Partner with leadership to continuously elevate classroom quality

What Makes This Role Different

• You are empowered as a leader in the classroom, not just a teacher in it
• You help shape a culture of curiosity, kindness, and excellence
• You are part of a school that values your voice, ideas, and professional growth
• Clear opportunity for future advancement into administrative and leadership roles
• A supportive environment where teachers are respected, trusted, and developed

What We’re Looking For

• CDA (Child Development Associate) credential required
• Candidates currently working toward CDA completion may be considered
• Experience working with children ages 3–5 in a preschool or early childhood setting
• Strong understanding of early childhood development and best practices
• Confident classroom leader with positive behavior guidance skills
• Warm, friendly, nurturing personality with a genuine passion for early learning
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to create a positive, engaging, and structured classroom environment
• CPR/First Aid certification is not required at time of hire (training and certification provided by The Goddard School)

Why Join Our School

• Consistent schedule with no evenings or weekends
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative school culture
• Strong focus on professional development and growth
• Opportunity to grow into future leadership or administrative roles
• A joyful, structured environment where educators can thrive

Benefits

• Competitive salary ($35,000–$39,000)
• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance allowance
• Paid time off & paid holidays
• Tuition assistance 50% childcare discount
• Professional development & training
• Employee discounts
• Flexible scheduling

Our Philosophy

At The Goddard School, we believe the joy of childhood comes from moments of discovery—when curiosity leads to wonder and learning feels like play. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have trusted, empowered, and supported educators who make those moments possible every day.

Important Note

Each Goddard School location is independently owned and operated. 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.