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Lead Teacher

Goddard School, Colorado Springs
Colorado, CO Full Time
POSTED ON 7/31/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/27/2026

PreSchool Pre-k Teacher

The Goddard School – Colorado Springs

Are you passionate about early childhood education and ready to lead a classroom where learning happens through curiosity, play and meaningful connection?

The Goddard School® in Colorado Springs is seeking an experienced, nurturing and dependable Lead Pre-K Teacher to join our high-performing team. Our school has proudly served the community for over a decade and is known for strong enrollment, supportive leadership and an exceptional teaching culture.

Why Join Our School?

At Goddard, we believe teachers deserve the same care and support they give to children.

✔ Competitive pay with guaranteed full-time hours

✔ Paid lesson planning time during school hours

✔ Support teachers available for classroom and curriculum assistance

✔ Paid holidays professional development days

✔ Paid Time Off (vacation & sick time)

✔ Professional development support & Goddard University access

✔ Fully or partially paid childcare

✔ Strong leadership team that values collaboration and growth

✔ Colorado Shines Level 4, high-performing school

What You’ll Do

As a Pre-k Teacher, you will:

  • Create a safe, nurturing and engaging classroom environment
  • Implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans using our FLEX Curriculum
  • Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development
  • Build strong partnerships with families
  • Maintain classroom organization and licensing standards
  • Lead your classroom with confidence, positivity and professionalism

Our program is rooted in learning through play and designed to prepare children to be School Ready, Career Ready and Life Ready.

What We’re Looking For

  • We are seeking a teacher who is:
  • Loving, energetic and dependable
  • Organized and confident in classroom leadership
  • Strong in communication with families and team members
  • Passionate about early childhood development

Qualifications:

ECT Qualified (required)

CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

About Our School

The Goddard School® of Colorado Springs is a trusted leader in early childhood education. Our enrollment strength reflects the dedication and professionalism of our educators. We foster a culture of appreciation, collaboration and continuous growth.

If you’re ready to grow your career in a supportive, well-resourced environment where your work truly matters, we would love to meet you.

Apply today and experience The Goddard School difference.

The Goddard School is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • Employee discount
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance

Work Location: In person

Salary : $21

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