What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Teacher/Floater position at The Goddard School?
Early Childhood Assistant Teachers (Part-time: Afternoons 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM) (Wilmington, DE)
Are you an Early Childhood Educator that loves finger painting, (to allow the children a new sensory experience, of course) blowing bubbles, (to demonstrate cause and effect, why else?) and reading stories using puppets and other props (to encourage a playful spirit and to show the children that reading is fun, yes!) Do you enjoy walking into a room where everyone knows your name, offers hugs, compliments and the best homemade art projects your refrigerator can hold? Do you want to be a part of a nurturing environment that sets our students well ahead of where they need to be based on state and national standards?
Come join a premier preschool located on Wilmington's beautiful riverfront! The Goddard School is looking for full and part-time Early Childhood Educators.
Teacher responsibilities include but not limited to:
The Goddard School Offers:
Are you an Early Childhood Educator that loves finger painting, (to allow the children a new sensory experience, of course) blowing bubbles, (to demonstrate cause and effect, why else?) and reading stories using puppets and other props (to encourage a playful spirit and to show the children that reading is fun, yes!) Do you enjoy walking into a room where everyone knows your name, offers hugs, compliments and the best homemade art projects your refrigerator can hold? Do you want to be a part of a nurturing environment that sets our students well ahead of where they need to be based on state and national standards?
Come join a premier preschool located on Wilmington's beautiful riverfront! The Goddard School is looking for full and part-time Early Childhood Educators.
Teacher responsibilities include but not limited to:
- Developing innovative and engaging lesson plans that abide by Goddard standards
- Meeting the individual's needs of the children
- Effectively and professionally communicating with Parents and fellow staff members
- Participating in staff meetings and training events
- Lead and set the tone for a developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
- Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning
- Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level
- Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem, intellectual stimulation, and social skills
- Building teamwork
- Using computer-based and written assessment tools
- Committing to continuing education and staying current on the latest early childhood practices
- Lead Teachers are responsible for ensuring compliance with Goddard's industry-leading Quality Assurance standards
- Lead Teachers write and implement their own lesson plans based on Goddard Developmental Guidelines and regularly changing school themes
- Most importantly, they create a positive learning environment in their classroom where children develop a lifelong love of learning
- The Goddard School offers competitive compensation depending on credentials plus health benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, state of the art work environment
- Associates or Bachelors degree
- TECE 1 and /or TECE 2 or CDA credential
- At least 6 months of experience in an early childhood classroom
- Must possess Delaware Department of Education/ DE First Certificate for at least Early Childhood Assistant Teacher or the credentials to submit for one
The Goddard School Offers:
- Competitive Salary
- Leadership Development Program
- Paid Time Off for Vacation and Sick time
- Paid week long Christmas break
- Subsidized Medical Insurance plan
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Employee Childcare Discount Program
- Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus Program
