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Pre-K Teacher - Full-Time The Goddard School - Arnold MO

The Goddard School

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 24 Jul 2026

About the role

Benefits:

401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discounts
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Tuition assistance

Are you a passionate Pre-Kindergarten Teacher looking for a school where you can truly make a difference?

At The Goddard School, our teachers are the heart of everything we do. We're looking for enthusiastic, caring educators who are passionate about preparing young learners for kindergarten and creating meaningful learning experiences that inspire confidence, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.

If you enjoy watching children make incredible developmental leaps—from recognizing letters to beginning to read, from counting to solving problems, and from following routines to becoming independent learners—you'll love teaching in our Pre-K classroom.

We have full-time teaching opportunities available and offer a supportive, collaborative environment where your creativity is encouraged. Using Goddard's research-based curriculum, you'll create engaging, hands-on learning experiences that prepare children academically, socially, emotionally, physically, and cognitively for kindergarten and beyond.

What You'll Do

Create a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment.
Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow teachers.
Plan and implement engaging, hands-on lessons that support kindergarten readiness.
Foster early literacy, math, science, STEAM, social-emotional development, and critical thinking through play-based learning.
Observe and support each child's individual growth and development.
Encourage independence, confidence, problem-solving, and a love of learning.
Work collaboratively with a team committed to providing exceptional early childhood education.

We're Looking For Someone Who Is

Passionate about early childhood education and kindergarten readiness.
Reliable, positive, and dependable.
Patient, energetic, and fun-loving.
A strong communicator and team player.
Excited to inspire curiosity and a lifelong love of learning.

Why You'll Love Working Here

Supportive leadership team that values your ideas
Positive, family-oriented work environment
Beautiful classrooms with high-quality educational resources
Ongoing professional development and paid training
Opportunities for career advancement
A school that values both children and teachers

Benefits

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Supplemental Benefits
401(k) with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Child Care Discount
Annual Pay Increases
Career Advancement Opportunities

If you're searching for a rewarding career as a Pre-K Teacher, Pre-Kindergarten Teacher, Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Teacher, or Child Care Teacher, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of our Goddard family!

This Is Your Moment

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.

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.