Preschool Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

A teacher/ preschool teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. Additionally a teacher is responsible to work together with an assistant teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

Teacher/ Preschool/ Pre-K Responsibilities and Duties

Teacher’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following:

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment
• Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence
• Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance
• Establish positive and effective family relations
• Ensure an effective program, responsive to children’s needs
• Maintain professional commitment
• Promote “learning through play” philosophy and educational objectives
• Support a code of ethical conduct
• Pursue professional development/continuing education
• Attend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences and professional growth opportunities

Teacher/ Preschool/ Pre-K Qualifications and Skills

A teacher must meet the qualifications of the state of South Carolina and the following qualifications:

• The ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy
• The ability to interact closely with children at their level
• The ability to keep children within sight and sound supervision at all times
• The ability to change children’s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary)
• The ability to understand and comply with the franchisee’s employment policies
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents
• The ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies
• The ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare

Teacher/ Preschool/ Pre-K requirements:

• A current physical examination by a physician
• An approved criminal record check as required by state regulations

Benefits :

• Discretionary Days
• Child Care Assistance
• Bereavement Leave
• Holiday Pay
• Expense Reimbursement
• Flextime Scheduling
• Family Leave
• Benefit Conversion at Termination
• Jury Duty Leave

The Goddard School preschool delivers a high-quality, play-based learning program to families throughout the United States. We have grown into an institution that parents and families trust, reaching more than 65,000 students in more than 460 Schools in 36 states. We use 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.

Company Description

The Goddard School preschool delivers a high-quality, play-based learning program to families throughout the United States. We have grown into an institution that parents and families trust, reaching more than 65,000 students in more than 460 Schools in 36 states. We use 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.