Lead Pre Kindergarten Teacher

The Goddard School of Fairfield (Little Falls Road), NJ•Fairfield, NJ

3d•$19 - $22•Onsite

About The Position

The Goddard School of Fairfield is seeking an experienced, creative, and passionate Pre-K Teacher to join our award-winning team. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator who loves fostering curiosity, building meaningful relationships with families, and creating engaging learning experiences that prepare children for a successful transition to kindergarten. At The Goddard School of Fairfield, we believe children learn best through exploration, inquiry, play, and hands-on experiences. Our teachers are not expected to follow a script—they are encouraged to bring their creativity, talents, and enthusiasm into the classroom while utilizing Goddard's Wonder of Learning® curriculum. The Goddard School of Fairfield is a nationally recognized early childhood program serving children from infancy through Pre-K. We are proud recipients of Circle of Excellence recognition, Cognia Accreditation, High Performance Quality Assurance status, and National recognition for family satisfaction and school culture. Unlike many schools, our owner and leadership team are actively involved in the daily life of the school. Teachers receive ongoing support, coaching, and professional development from a collaborative leadership team that is present, accessible, and invested in their success.

Requirements

Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred or current CDA
Previous experience teaching Pre-K-aged children required
Strong classroom management and communication skills
Passion for early childhood education and child-centered learning
Experience working with Pre-K-aged children
Understands how to prepare children academically, socially, and emotionally for kindergarten
Creates engaging, hands-on learning experiences that spark curiosity and wonder
Builds strong partnerships with families through consistent and meaningful communication
Maintains a positive, nurturing, and organized classroom environment
Collaborates effectively with co-teachers, specialists, and school leadership
Believes learning should be fun, purposeful, and developmentally appropriate

Responsibilities

Plan and implement engaging lessons using Goddard's Wonder of Learning® curriculum
Foster kindergarten readiness through literacy, math, science, social-emotional learning, and problem-solving experiences
Create a classroom environment that promotes independence, confidence, and a love of learning
Document children's growth and learning through observations and portfolios
Communicate regularly with families regarding classroom activities, milestones, and student progress
Maintain a safe, organized, and welcoming classroom
Collaborate with fellow teachers and leadership team members to ensure a high-quality educational experience