Lead Teacher

Benefits: Competitive salary Flexible schedule Opportunity for advancement Are you happy with your current role, team, school? The Goddard School® located in Roseville,CA is seeking a passionate Lead teacher! At our School, we put our teachers first because they put our students first. Join an established, supportive preschool team with low classroom ratios, an experienced 4 person leadership team, strong benefits, paid holidays, PTO, and dedicated on on-site ownership! Would you like to... Feel appreciated and have a voice that matters? Work in a beautiful newly constructed building, featuring a large indoor Multi-Purpose Room/Gym? Be supported daily by on-site owners and a fully staffed/experienced Admin/Front Office Team? Earn a competitive wage with great benefits & opportunity for growth? What We Offer: A Highly-Competetive Compensation Package and Benefits Paid Holidays, including the entire week between Christmas & New Years! 5 paid Vacation & 5 paid Sick days No nights or weekends! 4% Employer matched 401k retirement savings plan! 80% paid Health Insurance, with popular plans i.e. Kaiser, Blue Cross Dental and Vision Insurance Flexible work/life schedules, including Childcare tuition discounts Strong Health & Safety Standards, including PureCloud Air Purifier Ceiling Tiles in every classroom Professional Development tuition reimbursement; Resources and Training Programs Employer sponsored off-site staff outings throughout the year! What We Value: Our play-based, STEAM focused curriculum Math, Music, & Sports Enrichment Programs Collaboration, training, and support for our new time-saving lesson planning platform Communication and creating a supportive professional preschool environment for Professional Teachers Lead Teacher Key Responsibilities: Curriculum and Instruction: Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities Foster a love of learning through creative and engaging teaching methods Observe and assess children's development and adjust activities accordingly Classroom Management: Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment Manage daily routines and transitions smoothly Address behavioral issues with positive guidance and support Family Communication: Maintain open and effective communication with parents/guardians regarding their child's progress and daily activities Conduct parent-teacher conferences and provide regular updates Encourage family involvement and participation in school activities Health and Safety: Ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the classroom and common areas Adhere to all health and safety guidelines and procedures Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to ensure their safety and well-being Professional Development: Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities Stay current with best practices in early childhood education Collaborate with other teachers and staff to share ideas and strategies Qualifications: Minimum of 12 ECE units and a passion for teaching children High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children The Goddard School is a renowned program with a Piaget (Learning through Play) based foundation and a leader in the private preschool industry for over 30 years. The Goddard School has more than 600 preschools across the country. Way more than just daycare, The Goddard School's program instills a life-long love of learning and continues to set the standard of excellence. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr The Goddard School