Lead Toddler Teacher
About The Position
The Goddard School at 2385 Kildaire Farm Road in Cary, North Carolina, is hiring an experienced Lead Toddler Teacher for its one-year-old classroom. The teacher will lead the classroom, build strong relationships with families, and create engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences using The Goddard School's Wonder of Learning® curriculum. The role supports children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development in a safe, nurturing environment. This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position with a stated shift of 8 to 5 and no nights or weekends. Compensation is based on education, credentials, North Carolina Early Childhood Education points, relevant experience, and classroom leadership. Highly qualified candidates may qualify for the top end of the pay range.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- At least 2 years of experience as a teacher, preschool teacher, toddler teacher, childcare teacher, or early childhood educator in a licensed childcare setting.
- Meet North Carolina Lead Teacher qualifications.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to independently lead a classroom.
- Eligible to obtain and maintain a valid North Carolina Qualifying Letter.
- Ability to meet North Carolina childcare licensing requirements.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in connection with the care of children.
- Dependable, professional, and committed to excellence in early childhood education.
Nice To Haves
- Associate's or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Elementary Education, or a related field.
- Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
- North Carolina Early Childhood Credential.
- 7 or more North Carolina Education Points.
- Previous Lead Teacher experience.
- Experience working with one-year-olds.
Responsibilities
- Plan and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences using The Goddard School's Wonder of Learning® curriculum.
- Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.
- Support children's social-emotional, language, cognitive, and physical development.
- Foster children's independence and positive peer interactions.
- Observe and document children's developmental progress.
- Communicate regularly and professionally with families.
- Collaborate with teaching partners and school leadership.
- Maintain compliance with health, safety, and licensing requirements.
Benefits
- 401(k) with company match.
- Performance-based bonus opportunities, including monthly opportunities.
- Competitive compensation.
- Employer contribution toward health insurance.
- Free vision and dental insurance.
- Paid time off.
- Paid professional development.
- Supportive leadership team.
- Growth and advancement opportunities.
- Consistent full-time schedule.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
