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Lead First Steps Teacher - 12-18months teacher

The Goddard School
The Goddard School Salary
Fort Mill, SC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/9/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/7/2026
Benefits:

  • 401(k) matching
  • Company parties
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off


Our commitment to you: We will review your application within 3 business days & if you are

selected for an interview, we will schedule the interview within 5 business days.

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! We

offer a premium educational experience in our state-of-the-art facilities that 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.

Apply today and see for yourself what it’s like to work for an employer who knows the heart

of our School is our teachers. YOU are a driving force of our culture and you’ll notice the

difference right away.

  • Your well-being is important to us! We offer medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, a generous childcare discount, and a 401K plus employer match.
  • Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Plus, we’ll pay for your CDA credential and provide tuition reimbursement. We also pride ourselves on promoting from within so you can continue to grow your career with us.
  • You will be a part of a supportive team! All teachers have full support from our directors, including planning time, to be successful in the classroom. We promise to maintain ratios and ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success.


Our teachers are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned

classes. Teachers will plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for

childcare in a safe environment and work directly with children and parents daily to provide

quality customer service.

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

  • 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

  • Engage with other child care professionals and continue to grow in your profession


Qualifications

  • Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
  • Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
  • Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and


faculty members

  • Works productively without supervision within established organizational policies and


procedures

  • Is highly motivated and takes direction well with excellent interpersonal and


communication skills

  • Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working in teams
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with outstanding ability to listen


and follow-up on issues constructively

  • Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to


ensure smooth school operations

  • Meets background check eligibility


About Goddard Schools

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 600

franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The

Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that

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.

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.

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