Lead Preschool Teacher

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Training & development

The Goddard School® located at

1035 Middletown Road, Hummelstown, PA 17036 is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher for our Preschool Program.

Benefits

• Competitive Salary
• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Training & Development
• Lead Teacher Key Responsibilities:
• Curriculum and Instruction: Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using our proprietary Wonder of Learning [https://www.goddardschool.com/wonder-of-learning]® curriculum to engage and support each child’s growth
• Classroom Management: Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment
• Family Communication: Maintain open, effective and positive communication with families and guardians about their child’s progress and daily activities
• Health and Safety: Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to uphold health and safety standards, licensing regulations and ensure their well-being
• Professional Development: Participate actively in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance teaching skills
• Assessment and Documentation: Observe, assess and document children’s learning and development to inform activities and share insights with families
• Team Collaboration: Support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers, fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.
• Behavior Guidance: Model and implement positive guidance strategies to support social-emotional growth and conflict resolution.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree or bachelor's degree in early childhood education or elementary education preferred
• 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or school setting