Lead Teacher at The Goddard School

The Goddard School of Waunakee, WI; Waunakee (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Ongoing professional development

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for career growth

Job summary

A leading preschool in Waunakee seeks a full-time or part-time Teacher to create nurturing learning environments. Ideal candidates will have degrees in Early Childhood Education, designing engaging lesson plans, and fostering developmental growth in children. Join a cooperative team and contribute to meaningful learning experiences in a nationally respected education network.

Qualifications

• Candidates must have an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related.
• CDA or Teaching Credential is preferred.
• Prior experience in childcare or early education is favored.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing classroom supporting children’s growth.
• Design engaging lesson plans using a play-based curriculum.
• Collaborate with families to support each child’s learning journey.

Skills

Classroom Management

Lesson Planning

Communication

Empathy

Education

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential

Job description

Teacher – The Goddard School of Waunakee

Position: Full-time or Part-time

About Us
At The Goddard School, we believe that meaningful learning happens through play, exploration, and nurturing relationships. Our teachers are the heart of our school, creating joyful, developmentally appropriate experiences that spark curiosity and build lifelong learners.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, nurturing classroom that supports each child’s physical, emotional, and intellectual growth
• Design engaging lesson plans using The Goddard School’s play-based curriculum The Wonder of Learning
• Foster social-emotional development through positive guidance and empathetic modeling
• Collaborate with families to support each child’s learning journey and maintain open communication
• Maintain compliance with health, safety, and licensing standards
• Contribute to a positive team culture by participating in professional development and school events
  
  

Qualifications

Candidates must meet one or more of the following:

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

• CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential
• Active enrollment in a CDA program with relevant experience
• Prior experience in childcare or early education preferred
  
  

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Ongoing professional development through Goddard Systems University
• Supportive, collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to grow within a nationally respected early childhood education network