Pre Kindergarten Co Lead Teacher

The Goddard School of Charlotte (Ballantyne), NC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Employee discounts

Job summary

A local childcare provider in Charlotte is seeking a Pre-Kindergarten co-lead teacher to contribute to children’s early education. Responsibilities include planning lessons, coordinating classroom activities, and working closely with parents for children's development. Ideal candidates will have an Associate or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education, 1-2 years of experience, and strong communication skills. The position offers competitive salary and various benefits, including health insurance and paid time off, ensuring a supportive environment for both teachers and children.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous experience preferred.
• Ability to create weekly lesson plans that meet academic criteria.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. for child handling.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations and plan educational activities.
• Work directly with children and parents to provide quality service.
• Ensure classroom compliance with State and Goddard standards.

Skills

Effective communication

Lesson planning

Relationship building

Stress management

Education

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Employee discounts

No nights and weekends!

We are looking for a Pre‑Kindergarten co‑lead teacher to join our team, located in the Ballantyne area of Charlotte, North Carolina! If you are interested in a career working with children and helping them become kindergarten‑ready, we’d love to discuss your career path in early childhood education with you.

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.

Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School

• Your well-being is important to us! Our school offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, a week's paid vacation between Christmas and New Year's, professional development opportunities throughout the year, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Plus, many of our schools offer CDA credentials and provide tuition reimbursement. 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.
• We recognize our teachers! We have recognition programs that are offered throughout the year.

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 our daily reporting app, Tadpoles, and personal discussions
• Engage with other childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Must be able to work the closing shift of 9:00am-6:00pm
• 1-2 years of previous experience preferred
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations
• Ability to create weekly lesson plans that meet the academic criteria and execute these lesson plans to your class
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• Ability to supervise children through sight and sound at all times during your shift. Comply with Goddard standards, including Name-to-Face supervision
• Comply with all State, Goddard, and local Health Department regulations to maintain school compliance at all times. Make necessary changes to the classroom when directed to maintain compliance, and notify Admin staff of anything needed for the classroom in terms of compliance (signs, paperwork, etc.)
• Meets background check eligibility
• Negative TB screening before employment