Preschool Lead Teacher

The Goddard School of Parker, CO; Parker (TX); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goddard School in Parker is seeking a Lead Teacher to foster children's growth in a nurturing and dynamic environment. This role involves daily coordination of classroom activities, promoting early childhood education through structured programs and personalized interactions with children and parents. Join us to impact lives while developing your professional career in education.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Childcare discounts

Professional development opportunities

Plan time during the day

Qualifications

• Must have Lead Teacher experience in a large center (1-2 years required).
• A minimum Level 2 credential through Colorado Shines is required.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and meet background check eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations and plan educational activities for children.
• Communicate effectively with parents about their children's progress.
• Provide quality customer service while ensuring children's safety.

Skills

Communication

Multitasking

Relationship Building

Education

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

EQIT or Pyramid Plus

Job description

Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun? If so, then The Goddard School is the place for you! We offer a premium educational experience in our state-of-the-art facilities 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 in life. We are Cognia-accredited and a level 4 in Colorado Shines.

Apply today and see for yourself what it’s like to work for an employer who knows the heart of our School is our teachers. YOU are a driving force of our culture and you’ll notice the difference right away.

Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School of Parker:

• Your well-being is important to us! Our schools offer medical, dental, and vision insurance to our full-time associates and paid time off and holidays, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized! We will pay for successful completion of EQIT or Pyramid Plus. We also pride ourselves on promoting from within so you can continue to grow your career with us.
• We provide you plan time during the day to keep your nights and weekends all yours! We purchase all resources for your classroom so you are not spending your own money!
• We follow all rules and regulations. You will not be left out of ratio, you will get your breaks, you will be supported by your fellow peers and admins and you will be treated like a teacher and not a babysitter. We do things right. Please don't call us a daycare! We are an early learning center with professional teachers. You will get out on time. Work/life balance is a real thing at our school.
• We pay you based on your experience and education. Need more education? We pay for it and reward you after with a raise. We love teachers who are passionate about ECE and want to advance their knowledge and career.

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. We use Teaching Strategies' Creative Curriculum for our curriculum and Conscious Discipline for our social-emotional platform. Teaching Strategies Gold is used to assess the students.

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

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred, or Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred or EQIT and/or Pyramid Plus preferred
• At a minimum, a Level 2 credential through Colorado Shines with proven experience as a lead teacher in a large center
• 1-2 years of previous lead teaching experience
• Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations
• 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. For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
• Meets background check eligibility

Compensation: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

This Is Your Moment

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.

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.

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Benefits For You

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 compensation and benefit programs, which vary by location. Many locations offer benefits such as:

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)

No nights, weekend and holiday schedules