Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun? If so, then The Goddard School is the place for you! Our School is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life. 

We are looking for early childhood teachers to join our team today!
Benefits

• Competitive Compensation
• Hiring Bonus
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• AFLAC Participation
• Discounted Childcare
• Paid holidays in addition to 5 PTO Days per year
• School Closed between Christmas Eve and New Year’s Day
• Continuing Education Units provided at no cost to our teachers.
• CPR & First Aid Training Annually
• Full support from our tenured directors and resources to run successful classrooms
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week
• 5-Year and 10-Year Anniversary Gifts and Recognition 
• 1-Hour daily lunch break
• Teacher to child ratios followed
• Free lunch provided onsite once a week

What’s it like to be a teacher at our School?

• Feel comfortable and safe working in our clean, state-of-the-art facilities with strict health and safety guidelines
• Feel a sense of accomplishment as you experience the laughter and wonder of children participating in activities you planned
• Observe children’s interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculum
• Communicate with parents daily, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions
• Communicate with parents daily, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions
• Engage with other early childhood professionals and continue to grow in your profession
  About Goddard Schools
  The Goddard School located in Grand Rapids (Cascade) has been open since 2008 and has 150 children under our care. We are a single location operated by our on-site owner, but as part of a larger franchise system, in operation for over 30 years, we are the premier preschool for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 530 franchised Schools with more than 70,000 students in 38 states. The Goddard School uses the most current academically endorsed methods to ensure children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident, and joyful learners.