Lead Teacher — Early Childhood Education

Job overview

The Lead Teacher role is onsite in Livingston, NJ, with no nights or weekends. Pay is $20–$22 per hour. The Goddard School provides early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. The lead teacher coordinates daily classroom operations and plans, presents, and evaluates educational and recreational activities in a safe environment, supporting children’s development and communication with families.

What you'll do

• Coordinate daily operations of assigned classes
• plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities
• work directly with children and parents
• observe children’s interests and collaborate with teachers on curriculum ideas
• communicate with parents about children’s activities and progress.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

lead teacher

early childhood education

livingston nj

the goddard school

full-time

no nights

no weekends

child development

classroom planning

parent communication

curriculum

$20–$22/hr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• 401(k) and matching, dental and health insurance, paid time off, profit sharing, training and development, free uniforms, and advancement opportunities.

Why this role

The posting states no nights and weekends and describes director support, planning or resource time, and maintained classroom ratios.

About the employer

The Goddard School of Livingston, NJ is hiring for this role. Industry: Child Care Services. Sector: 62.