Early Childhood Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

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! Our School 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.

We are looking for early childhood teachers to join our team today. What are you waiting for? Click apply now!

What We Offer

Full support from our directors, owners, and resources to be successful in the classroom

Paid holidays PLUS 5 paid time off (PTO) days per year for FT employees

School is closed between Christmas Day and New Years Day

Your health and safety is our priority! We have protocols more stringent than state requirements to ensure the safety of all our faculty and students

Competitive compensation commensurate with education and experience

Health expense reimbursement, dental, vision, short-term disability, and life insurance

401(k) plus employer matching

Tuition reimbursement through the TEACH program (95% of your eligible Associates and Bachelors Degree free!)

Discounted tuition for your children

Continued focus on your professional development our Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Job Description

Whats it like to be a teacher at our School?

Feel comfortable and safe working in our clean, state-of-the-art facilities with strict health and safety guidelines

Feel a sense of accomplishment as you hear the laughter and experience the wonder of children participating in activities you planned

Observe childrens interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculum

Communicate with parents daily, sharing their childrens latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions

Engage with other early childhood professionals and continue to grow in your profession

Qualifications

18 years of age or older

For Lead Teachers : Level 12 or higher on The Registry (or has a relevant Associates' or Bachelors' degree and is willing to become certified) or state-certified Lead Teacher Status

For Assistant Teachers / Substitutes / Floats : willingness to complete or has already completed Introduction to the Childcare Profession and Infant and Toddler Fundamentals or equivalent.

Has successfully completed or is willing to complete SIDS, SBS Prevention training, First AID / CPR certification.

Meets background check eligibility

Has knowledge of childcare programming, safety and emergency first-aid procedures, program management and customer service principles

Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members

Works productively without supervision within established organizational policies and procedures

Is highly motivated and takes direction well with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working in teams

About Goddard Schools

The Goddard School located in Pleasant Prairie has been open since 2014 and has a capacity for 132 children under our care. As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for over 30 years, we are the premier preschool for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 70,000 students in 38 states. The Goddard School uses the most current academically endorsed methods to ensure children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident, and joyful learners.