Infant Room Teacher

About the role

The Goddard School of Collegeville offers a supportive and collaborative culture where you're valued and encouraged to grow. We provide a competitive salary, health and dental insurance, and opportunities for advancement.

Responsibilities

• Observe children’s interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculum
• Communicate with parents daily, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions
• Engage with other childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession

Requirements

• A degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field, or a Child Development Associate (CDA) certification
• 2-3 years of previous experience in early childhood education
• Ability to develop relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations
• Must be able to lift up to 40 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 crib

Qualifications

• Meets background check eligibility

Skills

• Knowledge of early childhood development
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to handle stress and multi-task

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Paid time off
• Generous paid time off, including both personal PTO and school-wide holiday closures (paid week between Christmas and New Years!)
• No nights or weekends—ever
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

Pay

• Competitive pay based on experience

Schedule

• No nights or weekends—ever

Company

• A clean, modern facility in a convenient, desirable location (across from Providence Town Center)
• A positive, collaborative culture where you’re supported every day (and have fun!)
• Your well-being is important to us! The Goddard School of Collegeville offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, and childcare discounts.
• 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. And one of our teachers was the recipient of the Goddard Systems Teacher of the Year Award!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.