Benefits:

Employee discounts

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Do you want to laugh, sing, and play all day? Tired of working nights, weekends, and holidays? Looking for a flexible schedule? Join us at The Goddard School!

We’re looking for energetic, nurturing individuals who are passionate about early childhood education and want to make a positive impact every day. If you want to work in a fun, supportive, and professional environment, we’d love to meet you!

At The Goddard School, we’re locally owned and deeply committed to supporting our teachers so they can deliver exceptional early education. Our state-of-the-art facilities create a safe, joyful, and inspiring environment where children become confident learners ready for school and life.

Perks & Benefits:

Paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and childcare discounts

Professional development through Goddard Systems University (IACET-accredited CEUs)

Opportunities for career growth—we promote from within!

Daily support from leadership, including dedicated planning/resource time

Recognition and appreciation throughout the year

Your Role as a Lead Teacher: You’ll coordinate classroom operations, plan and deliver engaging educational and recreational activities, and work directly with children and families to provide exceptional care and service.

What to Expect:

Daily support from our experienced leadership team

Opportunities to create hands-on, exciting learning experiences

Collaborate with teammates to develop creative curriculum ideas

Regular communication with families about children’s growth and achievements

A vibrant community of educators committed to growth and excellence

Qualifications:

Associate or BA in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred)

CDA credential (preferred)

1–2 years of prior experience in early childhood education (preferred)

Completed state-required pre-service training (preferred)

Strong communication skills with children, families, and colleagues

Ability to multitask and remain calm in busy environments

Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs and support child safety needs

Must meet background check requirements

About The Goddard School: With 600+ franchised locations and over 75,000 students nationwide, The Goddard School has been a trusted leader in early childhood education for 35+ years. We serve children from six weeks to six years old using academically endorsed, play-based methods. All locations meet rigorous standards for education, care, and safety and are proudly accredited by Cognia and the Partnership for 21st Century Learning.

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.