Lead Twos Teacher - Flexible Schedule

Benefits

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

Compensation

• Competitive salary
• Signed bonus

Professional Development

• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• 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 communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents
• The ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare
• The ability to lift up to 50 lbs in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations
• A CDA or
• Some college credits in any field with a commitment to enroll in and complete 6 hours of online or in-person courses in Early Childhood Education within a Year of Employment at Goddard (We can pay for this!)
• 2 years of experience in a Licensed Early Childhood Center
• A Bachelor's degree in an early childhood field

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
• Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance
• Plan and implement activities that develop children’s self-esteem, social skills
• Respect cultural and ethnic diversity
• Establish positive and effective family relations
• Maintain a portfolio for each child
• Use assessment tools (e.g., Progress Reports, Children’s Progress)
• Attend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences, and professional growth opportunities