Lead Teacher Pre-K Classroom

At The Goddard School of Hazlet, we are passionate about early childhood education and providing a joyful, nurturing environment where children can thrive. We are looking for an enthusiastic, experienced teacher to join our team and help shape the learning journeys of our young students.
About You

• You have experience working in early childhood education (infant, toddler, or preschool), ideally in a licensed childcare or preschool setting
• You hold (or are working toward) a CDA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field
• You are passionate about creating a warm, engaging classroom that supports each child’s social, emotional, and cognitive development
• You are a team player who communicates well with colleagues and families and is committed to ongoing professional growth

Your Core Responsibilities

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities that align with The Goddard School’s curriculum
• Create and maintain a safe, supportive, and well-organized classroom environment
• Build meaningful connections with families, sharing updates on each child’s progress and partnering to support their success

Why You’ll Love Working With Us
At The Goddard School, we offer:

• A collaborative, supportive team environment where your ideas and passion are valued
• Paid ongoing professional development and opportunities for career advancement
• A curriculum framework that allows for creativity while providing the tools you need
• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package

Apply here to learn more about what we offer!

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Hazlet, NJ 07730 (Required)

Work Location: In person