Benefits :
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Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School :
Your well-being is important to us!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.Qualifications
High school diploma requiredAssociate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferredShows empathy and compassion for young childrenI-s 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 cribResponsibilities of an Assistant Teacher include the following :
Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment
Design an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroomDevelop an appropriate classroom management system to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroomEnsure that classroom equipment is in good repairUnderstand and implement The Goddard School® emergency proceduresPromote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack timesEnsure that children are always within state ratio requirementsPerform minor cleaning responsibilities (e.g., spills) immediatelyPerform major cleaning during times when children are not presentPost a classroom schedule that meets the needs of the children and includes a routine and learning opportunitiesPost and adhere to all GSI Health and Safety policies and proceduresAdvance children’s physical and intellectual competence
Adapt program to meet the individual needs of each childCreate a multi-cultural learning environmentProvide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to engage children in learningInteract with the children to support play, exploration and learningEncourage children to talk with each other and with the facultyPresent age- and developmentally-appropriate expectations for all childrenCreate a print-rich environment in order for children to learn about books, literature and writingEncourage creativity through art, music, dramatic play and blocksProvide a reasonable balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activitiesProvide opportunities for both active and quiet playIntegrate GSI-approved resources (including Enrichment Programs) into lesson plansSupport each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance
Understand and adhere to the GSI Behavior PolicyPlan and implement activities to develop children’s self-esteem and social skillsPlan and implement activities to enable children’s feeling of securityEncourage empathetic and respectful feelings for others, as well as the environment, through positive modelingRespect cultural and ethnic diversityEstablish positive and effective family relations
Communicate, in a professional manner, with families and facultyEncourage families to become an integral part of their children’s learning experiencesProvide opportunities (e.g., conferences) in which families are made to feel a part of their children’s learning experiencesPrepare a Daily Activity Report for each childMaintain a portfolio for each childMaintain the classroom Parent BoardEnsure an effective program, responsive to children’s needs
Assess supplies and materials needed to implement activitiesBuild teamworkDevelop lesson plansManage classrooms according to GSI QA StandardsPerform child observations and document in their portfoliosUse assessment tools (e.g., Progress Reports, Children’s Progress)Maintain professional commitment
Promote “learning through play” philosophy and educational objectivesSupport a code of ethical conductPursue professional development / continuing educationAttend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences and professional growth opportunitiesEach 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.
