The Goddard School located in Independence, Ohio is seeking enthusiastic and dedicated individuals to join our team in our nurturing and supportive environment. Ideal candidates will have a passion for working with children, a commitment to fostering their development, and the ability to create a safe, fun, and educational space. Prior experience working with young children is a plus, but we welcome those eager to learn and grow in this rewarding field. If you are compassionate, reliable, and ready to make a positive impact on young lives, we would love to hear from you!

Why is this opportunity different than the rest?

Work schedule options available - 9:00 - 6:00

Annual Reviews & wage increase opportunities

Paid continuing education, professional development, and CPR/First Aid Certification

Age groups at our school

Infant I (6 weeks - 12 months)

Infant II (12 -18 months)

Toddler I (18-24 months)

Toddler II (2 - 2.5 years)

Bridge (2.5 - 3 years and not potty trained)

Preschool

PreK

Join our team and you not only get competitive pay, great benefits and a great place to work but you get smiles, hugs and a ton of love from our students.

We offer a great benefit package for qualified full-time employees!!

Competitive, above industry pay

Paid Vacation in first year and subsequent years

Paid Holidays (including Paid Winter Break)

Health, Dental, and Vision benefits

Work schedule options available

Paid professional development

Paid background checks

1 Hour Lunch Breaks

NO Weekends

Educational Qualifications:

Must have a high school diploma

Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Early Childhood Education (or child-related degree) is preferred

Current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential preferred

Currently enrolled in a CDA or degreed program preferred

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.