Toddler Lead Teacher

The Goddard School; Ballwin (MO); On-site; USD 16,531 - 24,796; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Job summary

The Goddard School in Manchester, MO is seeking a motivated Assistant Teacher to support classroom needs and create engaging programs for young learners. You’ll help manage the classroom, ensure a safe, stimulating environment, and bring energy, enthusiasm, and creativity to a collaborative team.

We offer a supportive workplace with benefits and growth opportunities, no nights or weekends, and a focus on empowering teachers to thrive and advance in their careers.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or CDA required.
• Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting.
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children.
• Works productively without supervision.
• Basic understanding of child development.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children.

Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.
• Prepare classroom materials and ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Supervise and provide individualized support to children.
• Communicate with parents about their child’s progress and activities.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines.
• Support routine child care tasks to promote a nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Empathy

Independent worker

Child development knowledge

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or CDA

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

The Goddard School® located in Manchester, MO is seeking a motivated and caring Lead Teacher. At our School, we put our teachers first because they put our students first. You'll support the classroom's needs in creating engaging programs, managing the classroom and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment. Bring your energy, enthusiasm and creativity to our supportive, collaborative 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!

No Nights or Weekends!!!

Assistant Teacher Key Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development
• Prepare classroom materials and ensure safety and cleanliness
• Supervise and provide individualized support to children
• Communicate with parents about their child’s progress and activities
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines
• Support routine child care tasks to promote a nurturing learning environment

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage
• Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)
• Paid time off and holidays
• No nights, weekend and holiday schedules
• Childcare reimbursement/discount
• Retirement plan benefits
• Tuition reimbursementProfessional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Recognition programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or CDA required
• Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Works productively without supervision
• Basic understanding of child development
• 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.