Job Description
Job Description
Benefits :
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Overview
A Lead or Assistant Teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment. Teachers work in multiple rooms until their permanent room comes available. This helps set our new teachers up for success and allows a smooth transition into their new role.
We are looking for experienced teachers in Early Childhood Education. Our school has served Broadview Heights and surrounding areas for over 20 years, and our children range from infant , toddler , preschool , pre-k , and school age ages. Prospective applicants should be nurturing, energetic, highly motivated, and a solid communicator. If you are, we will be excited to have you join our award-winning team.
Lead Teachers will work collaboratively with a Co-Teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty. Comprehensive and thorough paid training will be provided initially and will be on-going. Teamwork, employee empowerment, and accountability are highly valued.
Preferred Educational Qualifications :
Bachelors degree in Early Childhood Education (or a child-related degree) is preferredAssociates degree in Early Childhood Education (or a child-related degree)Current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching credentialCurrently enrolled in a CDA or degreed programEmployee Benefits
Competitive payEligible for incentive pay2 Weeks of paid time offPaid holidays, including Winter Break (total of at least 21 paid days off per year)Annual pay increases and reviewsGroup Life Insurance ($25,000 paid by school)Short-Term DisabilityPaid professional development & trainingsHealth, dental and vision insurance, majority is company paid50% Child Tuition Discount, $8,000-$10,000 annual valueEmployee referral bonuses401k retirement plan w / company match1-hour lunch breaksSafe, clean, professional, positive work environmentGeneral Qualifications
Ability to hear the conversational voice, see and read newsprint, speak and be understood under normal circumstancesAbility to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 poundsAbility to handle crisis situations and respond immediately to emergency situationsLead Teacher Responsibilities
Developing and implementing lesson plan activities that are appropriate to the childs age and developmental level.Meeting the individual needs of children.Parent communication.Participation in staff and training meetings.Designing an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom.Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning.Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the childs age and developmental level.Supporting a team environment.Using assessment tools.Committing to continuing education.
Salary : $8,000 - $10,000
