Pre-Kindergarten class Lead Teacher

The Goddard School; Woodcliff Lake (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Training & development

Bonus based on performance

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Job summary

The Goddard School in Woodcliff Lake, NJ is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to deliver an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum. You will lead daily activities, nurture young minds, and collaborate with a supportive team in a state-of-the-art facility.

Join a thriving early childhood program that emphasizes family communication, health/safety, and professional growth while providing a premium educational experience for children and communities.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to communicate effectively with children, families and staff.
• Collaborates with teachers and assistants to create a positive classroom culture.
• Engages in ongoing professional development and training opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using Wonder of Learning curriculum.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Maintain open, positive communication with families about child progress and activities.
• Supervise children to uphold health and safety standards and licensing requirements.
• Participate in ongoing professional development to enhance teaching skills.
• Observe and document children's learning to inform activities and share insights with families.
• Support Assistant and Resource Teachers to foster teamwork.
• Model positive guidance for social-emotional growth and conflict resolution.

Skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Professional development

Education

High school diploma

Associate/Bachelor in Early Childhood Education

CDA preferred

Job description

Benefits

• Recognition programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Bonus based on performance
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement

The Goddard School® located at: Woodcliff Lake, NJ 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

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.

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.