Pre-K Assistant Teacher

Lead Pre-K TeacherNo nights and weekends! 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. Our school is looking to hire a lead pre-K teacher to work 9 am - 6pm Monday through Friday with our 4-5 yr old children. 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.Our lead 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. Teachers 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 plannedObserve children's interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculumCommunicate with parents daily, sharing their children's latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussionsEngage with other childcare professionals and continue to grow in your professionQualificationsAssociate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferredChild Development Associate (CDA) preferred1-2 years of previous experience preferredHas successfully completed state-required pre-service trainingDevelops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty membersAbility to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operationsMust 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 cribMeets background check eligibilityAbout Goddard SchoolsAs part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning 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. All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety. We are proudly accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning: A Network of Battelle for Kids. Compensation: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour