Lead Teacher

Benefits and Perks of Working at a Goddard School

• Your well-being is important to us! We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401K account, tele-health visits, short-term disability and life insurance, paid time off and holidays, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Many schools offer CDA credentials and tuition reimbursement. We promote from within so you can grow your career with us.
• You will be a part of a supportive team! Teachers have full support from directors, including planning or resource time, to be successful in the classroom. We maintain ratios and provide resources for classroom success.
• We recognize our teachers! We have recognition programs offered throughout the year.

We offer dental insurance, health insurance, and paid time off.

This position is for our Kingstowne/Franconia, VA location. No nights and weekends!

Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in early childhood education? The Goddard School offers a premium educational experience in state‑of‑the‑art facilities full of passion and enthusiasm. We provide a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that prepares every child to become a joyful and confident learner ready for success in school and in life.

Lead teachers coordinate daily operations of assigned classes. Teachers plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for childcare in a safe environment. Teachers work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.

• Feel a sense of accomplishment as you experience the laughter and wonder of children participating in activities you planned.
• Observe children’s interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculum.
• Communicate with parents daily, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through mobile apps and personal discussions.
• Engage with other childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession.

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred.
• 1-2 years of previous experience preferred.
• Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training.
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty members.
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs in connection with handling of children for program facilitation, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must lift infants into and out of a crib.
• Meets background check eligibility.

As part of a franchise system in operation for 35 years, the Goddard School is the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We operate over 600 franchised schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. All Goddard Schools hold high standards of education, care, and safety. We are accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning: A Network of Battelle for Kids.