Lead Pre Toddler Teacher

The Goddard School of Ashland, VA
Ashland, VA

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • No nights and weekends
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
No nights. No weekends. A career where youre truly valued.

Are you an experienced early childhood educator who loves working with toddlersand wants to be in a school where your work is respected, supported, and appreciated every day?

At The Goddard School of Ashland , we believe the most important part of our school is our teachers. This is not just another childcare jobits an opportunity to be part of a professional, well-run, family-owned school where you can focus on what you do best: nurturing children, building relationships, and creating meaningful learning experiences.

Why Teachers Choose Goddard Ashland
  • Youll work in a supportive, team-oriented environment where leadership is present and engaged
  • Youll be valued as a professional , not just treated as staff
  • Youll have the tools, curriculum, and training to do your job well
  • Youll build real relationships with families who trust and appreciate you
  • Youll go home each day knowing your work truly matters
What Makes This Role Special
Our Pre-Toddler (16 months 2 years) classroom is full of curiosity, personality, and growth. This is a stage where children are discovering independence, language, and how the world worksand you get to guide that journey.

At Goddard, we use an inquiry-based, play-centered approach that allows children to explore, repeat, and discoverbuilding critical brain connections through hands-on experiences and relationships. Youre not just managing a classroomyoure shaping how children learn, grow, and feel about themselves.

Your Role as a Lead Teacher
  • Lead a classroom of young toddlers in a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment
  • Plan and implement hands-on, play-based learning experiences
  • Observe childrens interests and tailor activities to support development
  • Build strong, trusting relationships with children and families
  • Communicate daily with parents through conversations and our app
  • Mentor and collaborate with assistant teachers to create a strong classroom team
What It Feels Like to Work Here

  • Youll hear laughter, curiosity, and excitement throughout the day
  • Youll experience the joy of toddlers learning something new for the first time
  • Youll be part of a school that prioritizes quality, not chaos
  • Youll feel supportednot left on your own
Benefits & Perks
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Childcare discounts
  • Retirement plan and life insurance
  • Ongoing professional development and paid training (CEUs available)
  • Support for earning your CDA and advancing your career
  • Consistent schedule with no nights or weekends
Qualifications
  • Experience working with infants or toddlers required
  • CDA, Associates, or Bachelors in Early Childhood Education (preferred)
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
  • Professional, dependable, and team-oriented
  • Ability to create a calm, engaging, and organized classroom
  • Meets state licensing and background check requirements
  • Physically able to lift up to 50 lbs. as needed
About Us
The Goddard School is a nationally recognized leader in early childhood education, serving children from six weeks to six years old. Our Wonder of Learning curriculum blends play, exploration, and teacher-guided experiences to support each childs academic, social, and emotional growth.

At our Ashland location, we take that a step furtherwe are a family-run school where relationships matter, teachers are supported, and children are truly known and cared for.

If youre ready to work in a school where youre respected, supported, and inspired every dayapply today.

Posted 2026-05-30

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