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Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher The Goddard School of Hastings on Hudson, NY Hastings-on-Hudson, NY Job Details Full-time $20 an hour 3 hours ago Benefits Health insurance 401(k) Paid time off 401(k) matching Employee discount Opportunities for advancement Qualifications Behavior management CPR Certification First Aid Certification Teaching experience with young children Student engagement classroom management Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)

Full Job Description Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Health insurance Opportunity for advancement Paid time off Training & development About the

Role:

The Goddard School of Hastings on Hudson is looking for a passionate and nurturing Infant/Toddler Lead Teacher to join their dedicated early childhood team. This is an incredible opportunity to make a lasting impact during the most formative years of a child's life in a warm, play-based learning environment. If you love little ones and are ready to inspire curiosity and growth every single day, we want to hear from you!

Responsibilities:

Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum for infants and toddlers in alignment with Goddard School standards Create a safe, nurturing, and stimulating classroom environment that supports early childhood development Monitor and document each child's developmental milestones and communicate progress to families Build strong, trusting relationships with children, parents, and caregivers through consistent and open communication Supervise and mentor assistant teachers and classroom aides Maintain a clean, organized, and safe classroom in compliance with health and safety regulations Participate in staff meetings, training sessions, and ongoing professional development

Requirements:

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred Minimum 1-2 years of experience working with infants and toddlers in a licensed childcare setting Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices (DAP) for children ages 0-3 Current or ability to obtain CPR and First Aid certification Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills Warm, patient, and nurturing demeanor with a genuine passion for early childhood education Ability to meet state licensing requirements for lead teacher qualifications in

New York About Us:

The Goddard School of Hastings on Hudson is a proud member of the nationally recognized Goddard School franchise, known for delivering premium play-based early childhood education rooted in research and love. Families in the Hastings on Hudson community trust us to provide a safe, enriching, and joyful start to their children's educational journey. Our teachers love working here because of our supportive leadership, collaborative team culture, and commitment to professional growth. If you are interested please contact Frances Adragna Operations Director at 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.