Lead Toddler Teacher

The Goddard School • Rockville, MD

12d • Onsite

About The Position

Join the amazing team at The Goddard School of Rockville! Do you believe that every day is an adventure? Can you turn bubbles into science, blocks into engineering, and story time into magic? If so, we want to meet you! The Goddard School of Rockville is looking for a passionate, energetic, and nurturing Toddler Teacher to join our incredible team! If you love helping curious little learners discover the world around them, this could be the perfect place for you. At Goddard Rockville, you're more than just a teacher, you're part of a supportive family. We believe happy teachers create happy classrooms, and we work hard to make sure our staff feels appreciated, encouraged, and inspired every day. We offer a supportive leadership team with directors, a beautiful, state-of-the-art school with spacious classrooms, outdoor play areas & classroom gardens, and a Wonder of Learning Curriculum that encourages creativity, exploration, and hands-on learning. You'll work with wonderful families and amazing coworkers who truly become family, and have opportunities to grow your career through professional development and tuition reimbursement.

Requirements

• Meets MSDE-OCC Teacher Requirements (90-Hour Certification)
• Strong communication skills and a genuine love for young children
• CPR Certification preferred

Nice To Haves

• Early Childhood classroom experience preferred
• CDA, Associate's, or Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field is a plus

Responsibilities

• Create a warm, engaging, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Plan fun, hands-on learning experiences that inspire curiosity.
• Foster children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and creativity.
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and fellow teachers.
• Collaborate with an enthusiastic team that loves what they do.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Paid vacation, sick leave, and personal time
• Paid holidays and winter break
• Vision insurance
• Accident insurance
• Disability insurance
• Hospital insurance
• Critical illness insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid professional development and continuing education opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree