Lead Preschool Teacher

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development

The Goddard School of Rockville is currently hiring!

We are looking for passionate, dedicated, and creative early education professionals to join our team. Are you looking for a supportive, friendly, fun filled environment where you can help shape the hearts and minds of young children? Would you like to be part of a world class organization recognized as an industry leader nationally? How about working in a spectacular facility with lots of play space and extra amenities? Would you like the support of terrific directors and owner on site? We offer a highly competitive starting salary with healthcare, dental and vision plans, a retirement savings plan with contribution matching funds, and many other additional benefits.

Duties include:

• Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
• Presenting developmentally appropriate educational expectations
• Meeting the individual needs of the children
• Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning.
• Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff
• Participation in staff and training meetings

Teacher Qualifications:

• Minimum of MSDE-OCC Teacher requirements (90-hour training)
• Bachelor's degree in education.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• Strong written and communication skills
• Prior classroom experience in early childhood education is preferred.

Starting Salary range $18 per hour based on experience, education and certifications.

Additional benefits include:

• Paid time off for vacation, illness, or any personal reason
• Additional paid vacation days for holidays and winter break
• Healthcare, dental and vision plans
• Additional coverages available include.
• Accident
• Critical illness
• Hospital stay.
• Disability
• Whole life
• Access to online continuing education courses for credit
• Sign on bonus of $750.00

The Goddard School of Rockville is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Rockville, MD 20850: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Bachelor's degree

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
• 90 Hour Training Certificate (Preferred)