Preschool Teacher

Preschool Teacher Opportunity

No nights and weekends! We are looking for preschool teachers to join our team today. If you have experience working with children, we'd love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education. Click apply now to jumpstart your teaching career today!

Benefits and perks of working at a Goddard School:

• Your well-being is important to us! Our school offers paid time off and extensive paid 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, many of our schools offer CDA credentials 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! Teachers have full support from our directors, including planning or resource time, to be successful in the classroom. We promise to maintain ratios and ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success.
• We recognize our teachers! We have recognition programs that are offered throughout the year.

Responsibilities of a teacher include the following:

• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting each child's social and emotional development
• Establishing positive and effective family relations
• Working with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required
• Experience working with children required
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
• Successful background clearance through Department of Children and Families

Have you been searching for a career that will allow you to use your experience and creativity to contribute to shaping children's lives? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun? If so, then The Goddard School of Lakewood Ranch is the place for you! Our administrative team has been in place for over 15 years and we are committed to providing a professional and rewarding environment. As the premier preschool in Lakewood Ranch, we have an outstanding faculty with very low turnover. 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. Compensation: $16.00 - $19.50 per hour