- No nights and weekends
- Childcare discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
- Recognition programs
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth through positive interactions
- Help prepare classroom materials and maintain a clean, organized learning environment
- Provide individualized attention and help children feel secure, confident, and supported
- Assist with daily communication to families about classroom activities and child progress
- Follow all health, safety, and licensing guidelines
- Support daily routines such as transitions, playtime, and care tasks
- Prior teaching or school leadership experience highly valued
- Warm, patient, and compassionate approach with young children
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively
- Understanding of child development and classroom management
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. when needed
- Must pass required state background checks and meet licensing requirements
- A chance to stay connected to teaching without the demands of full‑time classroom management
- A supportive, collaborative team that appreciates your experience and perspective
- A joyful, community‑focused environment where your presence truly matters
- Opportunities to mentor younger teachers and share your expertise
- The reward of helping children grow into confident, curious learners
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.
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