We staff all rooms with THREE teachers, which is one beyond what state ratio requires. Come see the difference this makes! Do you get along with others well? Are you flexible and able to deal with a fast paced environment? Do you enjoy helping children learn and grow? If so, this may be the job for you! You must be lead/ECT qualified and at a higher level on PDIS for the higher rates of pay. We are looking for a strong teacher for our preschool classroom working with 3 year olds. We use Goddard's Wonder of Learning curriculum which is inquiry based learning. This curriculum allows teachers the freedom to be creative with their lessons while providing a research based full curriculum to rely on. The person we hire would be the third teacher in the classroom. Check out our Facebook page to see some of the great things happening at our school. We are a LEVEL 4 Colorado Shines rated school and we take continuous improvement seriously. We got our Shines rating in November of 2025 and we are now working on national accreditation through Cognia. If you want to be part of a team who truly cares about high quality, nurturing care for our students and families, come check us out! Our directors and owners work hard to creat an environment that recognizes your hard work, and helps you grow in a meaningful career. We would love to hire an experienced, lead qualified (ECT) teacher, but even if you do not have experience, but want to learn, we can also hire you as an assistant teacher and train you! At The Goddard School of Louisville, we value kindness, flexibility, diversity & inclusion, fairness , health & safety, the value of early education, and most of all, we value those who care for our children who are the future of our world. Here's why you should join our team:

• We have fun! And so do our students!
• We support our teachers by being in the classroom and responding to their needs
• We cover costs for all necessary supplies , and ensure your classroom is stocked with the age-appropriate materials to ignite wonder, creativity, and learning
• Work/life balance - no lesson planning at home. Best of all, no nights, and no weekends!
• Opportunities for advancement Learn how to lesson plan using our proprietary Wonder of Learning curriculum. Entry Level positions available for you to learn and grow with us
• Paid professional development - Learn how you can become qualified as a lead teacher (ECT) while working at our school, OR tuition support for college level Early Childhood Education classes.
• Pay increases with every anniversary
• Great benefits like health insurance stipend, paid holidays, and up to 2 weeks paid vacation every year which includes the week between Christmas and New Years Day.

We also offer greatly discounted child care on a space available basis for staff children! Our infant and one year old rooms are currently full. Come ignite your passion for working with children by becoming an Early Childhood Educator at one of the most highly sought after preschools in the state. We hire kind, thoughtful, reliable people who want to inspire wonder and learning. If this sounds like you, we hope to hear from you today! Click Apply and get an interview! Responsibilities Implement engaging lesson plans tailored to early childhood education standards based on Goddard's proprietary Wonder of Learning curriculum. Manage classroom activities to foster a positive learning environment. Provide individualized support to children, addressing their unique developmental needs. Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress and behavior. Collaborate with colleagues to enhance curriculum and teaching strategies. Ensure the safety and well-being of all students during classroom and outdoor activities. Following all heath and safety guidelines to maintain a clean, safe classroom. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred but NOT required - we can train you! Strong classroom management and childcare skills helpful Experience working with children Effective communication and interpersonal skills Familiarity with behavior management techniques and childhood development principles preferred.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement

Work Location:

In person