Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
About the Role:
The Goddard School of Hastings on Hudson is looking for a passionate and nurturing Pre-school Lead Teacher to join their dedicated early childhood team. This is an incredible opportunity to make a lasting impact during the most formative years of a child's life in a warm, play-based learning environment. If you love little ones and are ready to inspire curiosity and growth every single day, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities:
- Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers in alignment with Goddard School standards
- Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that supports early childhood development
- Monitor and document each child's developmental milestones and communicate progress to families
- Build strong, trusting relationships with children, parents, and caregivers through consistent and open communication
- Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and classroom aides
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom in compliance with health and safety regulations
- Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and ongoing professional development
Requirements:
- Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education and/or CDA or related field preferred
- Minimum 1-2 years of experience working with infants and toddlers in a licensed childcare setting
- Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) for children ages 0-3
- Current or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification
- Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills
- Warm, patient, and nurturing demeanor with a genuine passion for early childhood education
- Ability to meet state licensing requirements for lead teacher qualifications in New York
About Us:
The Goddard School of Hastings on Hudson is a proud member of the nationally recognized Goddard School franchise, known for delivering premium play-based early childhood education rooted in research and love. Families in the Hastings on Hudson community trust us to provide a safe, enriching, and joyful start to their children's educational journey. Our teachers love working here because of our supportive leadership, collaborative team culture, and commitment to professional growth.If you are interested please contact Frances Adragna Operations Director at Frances.Adragna@goddardschools.com
Compensation: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.
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.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Hastings on Hudson, New York |
| Industry | Education |
| Salary | $19–$21 Per Hour |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Website | http://www.goddardschool.com/chicago/plainfield-joliet-theodore-street-il#moreFromThisSchool |
About Company
The Goddard School provides the foundation to encourage a child's lifelong love of learning .In our warm, caring atmosphere, dedicated teachers support the development of children from 6 weeks to 8 years old. Our year round program offers families the choice of either half day or full day schedule.
We are delighted to be the on-site owners of The Goddard School on Theodore Street in Plainfield. We welcome the opportunity for you to join our team by providing the best educational child care for children. Our play-based curriculum taught by our wonderful degreed teachers in a nurturing learning environment, is tailored to meet the social, intellectual, physical and emotional needs of each individual child. We are not a daycare, but rather a preschool with purpose.
Rundy and Karen Wells
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