Lead Infant/Toddler Teacher

Overview

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.

About the role

This is an opportunity to work in a supportive and fun workplace. Join us and help every child become a joyful, confident learner ready for success in school and life.

Responsibilities

• The ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy.
• The ability to interact closely with children at their level.
• The ability to keep children within sight and sound supervision at all times.
• The ability to change children’s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary);
• The ability to understand and comply with the franchisee’s employment policies.
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents.
• The ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies; and
• The ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development.
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8.
• An associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field.
• An associate degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8.
• A current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential.
• Proof of current and active enrollment in a CDA Credentialing Program.
• Proof of current and active enrollment in an accredited Associate’s or bachelor’s degree program in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• 12 ECE units including the core classes to qualify for a teacher position or 9 ECE units including the core classes and being enrolled in a three-unit ECE course to qualify to a teacher/assistant teacher position.
• Infant Teacher should have 3 infant units and 12 ECE units.

Qualifications

• Design an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom.
• Develop an appropriate classroom management system to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom.
• Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair.
• Understand and implement The Goddard School® emergency procedure(s).
• Promote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack times.
• Ensure that children are always within state ratio requirements.
• Perform minor cleaning responsibilities (e.g., spills) immediately.
• Perform major cleaning during times when children are not present.
• Post a classroom schedule that meets the needs of the children and includes a routine and learning opportunities.
• Post and adhere to all GSI Health and Safety policies and procedures.
• Adapt program to meet the individual needs of each child.
• Create a multi-cultural learning environment.
• Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to engage children in learning.
• Interact with the children to support play, exploration and learning.
• Encourage children to talk with each other and with the faculty.
• Present age- and developmentally-appropriate expectations for all children.
• Create a print-rich environment for children to learn about books, literature and writing.
• Encourage creativity through art, music, dramatic play and blocks.
• Provide a reasonable balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activities.
• Provide opportunities for both active and quiet play.
• Integrate GSI-approved resources (including Enrichment Programs) into lesson plans.
• Understand and adhere to the GSI Behavior Policy.
• Plan and implement activities to develop children’s self-esteem and social skills.
• Plan and implement activities to enable children’s feeling of security.
• Encourage empathetic and respectful feelings for others, as well as the environment, through positive modeling.
• Respect cultural and ethnic diversity.
• Communicate, in a professional manner, with families and faculty.
• Encourage families to become an integral part of their children’s learning experiences.
• Prepare a Daily Activity Report for each child.
• Maintain a portfolio for each child.
• Maintain the classroom Parent Board.
• Assess supplies and materials needed to implement activities.
• Build teamwork.
• Develop lesson plans.
• Manage classrooms according to GSI QA Standards.
• Perform child observations and document in their portfolios.
• Use assessment tools (e.g., Progress Reports, Children’s Progress).
• Promote “learning through play” philosophy and educational objectives.
• Support a code of ethical conduct.
• Pursue professional development/continuing education.
• Attend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences and professional growth opportunities.

Skills

• The ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy.
• The ability to interact closely with children at their level.
• The ability to keep children within sight and sound supervision at all times.
• The ability to change children’s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary);
• The ability to understand and comply with the franchisee’s employment policies.
• The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents.
• The ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies; and
• The ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.

Benefits

• Recognition programs
• Tuition reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Pay

Commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Monday to Friday - 8 hour shift