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Job description
Benefits:
Competitive salary
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Signing bonus
Training & development
Tuition assistance
Vision insurance
Lead Teacher (Infant/Toddler) – The Goddard School | Ashburn, VA (20147)
The Goddard School in Ashburn (20147) is seeking a professional, dependable, and nurturing Lead Teacher for our Infant/Toddler classroom.
This is not a babysitting role. We are a premium early childhood program with high standards for care, safety, curriculum, and parent communication.
If you take pride in your classroom, build strong relationships with families, and can lead with both warmth and structure—we want to talk to you.
No nights. No weekends. Predictable schedule.
Compensation & Benefits
$20 – $25 per hour, based on experience, reliability, and ability to lead a classroom independently
$500 sign-on bonus $250 after 60 days
$250 after 6 months
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Childcare discount
Paid training & professional development (including CDA support)
Clear growth path into Education Director / leadership roles
What You’ll Do
Classroom Leadership
Lead an Infant/Toddler classroom with full ownership of routines, structure, and environment
Create a calm, safe, and responsive environment aligned with developmental needs
Maintain strong classroom management using positive guidance techniques
Curriculum & Child Development
Implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans and activities
Observe, document, and support each child’s developmental milestones
Adapt activities to meet individual needs
Parent Communication (Critical)
Build strong, professional relationships with families through daily communication
Provide clear updates on development, routines, and any concerns
Handle parent questions with confidence and professionalism
Health, Safety & Compliance
Maintain strict adherence to all licensing, health, and safety standards
Ensure classroom cleanliness, organization, and readiness at all times
Supervise children actively during indoor and outdoor activities
What We’re Looking For
Required
Experience working with infants or toddlers in a licensed childcare setting
Strong reliability and professionalism (attendance and punctuality are critical)
Ability to manage a classroom independently
Comfortable communicating with parents daily
Preferred
Child Development Associate (CDA) or coursework in Early Childhood Education
1–3 years of classroom experience
Familiarity with Virginia licensing requirements
Physical Requirements
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children
Who This Role Is NOT For
Looking for a “watch the kids” job
Frequently late or unreliable
Uncomfortable with parent communication
Not interested in structure, curriculum, or accountability
Why Teachers Stay With Us
We invest in our teachers the same way we expect them to invest in our students—through consistency, support, and high standards. You will be supported by an experienced leadership team committed to your success.
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Worksite address
ashburn, VA, 22011, US
Who can apply
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