Loving Toddler Teacher

The Goddard School•Stirling, NJ

8d•$17 - $20

About The Position

Join Our Vibrant Team at The Goddard School—Where Your Energy Shapes Young Minds! Now Hiring: Lead Toddler Teacher (Full-Time) The Goddard School – Long Hill, NJ Are you an energetic, nurturing individual passionate about making a difference in early childhood education? If you are a dedicated professional seeking a full-time teaching role , we invite you to join our team at The Goddard School of Long Hill! At The Goddard School, we are committed to providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where toddlers can thrive emotionally, socially, and developmentally. As a teacher in our toddler classroom, you’ll be supported by a leadership team that values high-quality care, ongoing professional development, and a positive, respectful work culture. Start your journey in early childhood education with us—where your work matters and your growth is supported. Apply today and become part of a school community where toddlers learn, explore, and shine—every single day. The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day. 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.

Requirements

Minimum 1 year experience in a Toddler/Childcare Classroom
Strong knowledge of child development and best practices in infant care
CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to obtain upon hire)
Excellent communication, organization, and classroom management skills
Individuals who are passionate about early childhood development and working with toddlers
Reliable team players who thrive in a collaborative teaching environment
Teachers who can model empathy, patience, and positivity while engaging actively with children
Ability to manage physical demands of a toddler classroom

Nice To Haves

CDA, Associate’s, or Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field (preferred)

Responsibilities

Provide a warm, responsive, and developmentally appropriate environment for toddlers
Foster children’s social-emotional, cognitive, language, and motor development through structured routines and purposeful play
Implement lesson plans and participate in small group learning, story time, music & movement, sensory activities, and more
Maintain open communication with families through daily reports, updates, and parent-teacher conferences
Ensure the classroom is clean, organized, and compliant with all health, safety, and licensing regulations
Support self-help skill development such as handwashing, toileting, and simple classroom routines