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Lead Teacher – The Goddard School of Flemington, NJ

The Goddard School

  • Flemington, New Jersey
  • 22 days ago
  • $18–$21 Per Hour
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  • Early Childhood Educationunmatched
  • First Aidunmatched
  • Leadershipunmatched
  • Licensing Complianceunmatched
  • Maintain Complianceunmatched
  • Nursery School and Preschoolunmatched
  • Safety Standardsunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Team Playerunmatched
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Description

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Now Hiring: Lead Teacher – Full-Time
Location: The Goddard School of Flemington, NJShifts Available: Full-Time | Morning Shift | Afternoon Shift
Are you a passionate early childhood educator ready to take the lead in shaping young minds? At The Goddard School of Flemington, we’ve been trusted by local families for over 25 years, and we’re looking for a dedicated Lead Teacher to guide our classrooms with care, creativity, and professionalism.
We put teachers first — because teachers put children first.
NO nights, weekends, or holiday shifts – ever!
Lead Teacher Responsibilities
  • Plan and implement age-appropriate lessons that promote learning through play and discovery
  • Create a warm, safe, and structured classroom environment
  • Support children’s social, emotional, physical, and academic growth
  • Maintain open, ongoing communication with parents
  • Oversee Assistant Teachers and support staff to ensure consistency in the classroom
  • Monitor and document developmental progress
  • Ensure compliance with NJ licensing, health, and safety standards
Ideal Candidate Qualifications
  • CDA or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education (or related field) preferred
  • At least 1–2 years of experience in a preschool or childcare setting
  • Passion for working with infants, toddlers, or preschoolers
  • Strong leadership and classroom management skills
  • Positive, dependable, and collaborative team player
  • CPR/First Aid certification preferred (training available if not current)
What We Offer
At The Goddard School of Flemington, our Lead Teachers are the heart of what we do. We’re proud to provide:
Competitive hourly wage ($18.00 – $21.00 per hour, based on experience) Full-time schedule with stable hours Paid time off & holidays Retirement Benefits Paid professional development & CDA credential program Career growth and promotion opportunities Childcare discount & reimbursement
Why Join Our Team?
Families choose The Goddard School of Flemington for our trusted curriculum, safe environment, and dedicated teachers. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job — you’re building a career filled with purpose, support, and opportunity.
Address: 4 Minneakoning Rd, Flemington, NJ 08822Phone: (908) 237-2050
Each Goddard School is independently owned and operated. Compensation and benefits vary by location.
Compensation: $18.00 - $21.00 per hour

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

LocationFlemington, New Jersey
IndustryEducation
Salary$18–$21 Per Hour
Company Size20 to 49 employees
Websitehttp://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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