Lead and Assistant Preschool Teachers

Company: The Goddard School
Location: Westerville
Posted on: April 10, 2021

Job Description:

The Goddard School-- of Westerville, an early childhood education center, is currently seeking qualified Teachers.
Full-time Lead and Asst. Teachers

• Infant Teachers
• Toddler Teachers
• Preschool Teachers
• Pre-K Teachers
  At The Goddard School located in Westerville (Polaris), we take your well-being and the well-being of those we educate and care for seriously and have put several measures in place to make our environment the safest it can be. We have ample PPE supplies on hand, a hospital-grade disinfecting system, daily professional cleaning and additional employees who regularly disinfect and sanitize high-touch areas throughout the day. We are going above and beyond to make sure everyone is healthy and safe in our School. At Goddard, teacher safety - your safety - is a priority.Apply today and see for yourself what it's like to work for an employer who knows the heart of our School is our faculty members. YOU are a driving force of our culture and you'll notice the difference right away.
  What We Offer:
  • Teacher to children ratios followed
  • Full support from our directors and resources to be successful in the classroom
  • Paid holidays PLUS paid time off (PTO) days per year for full-time employees
  • School is closed between Christmas Eve Day and New Year's Day
  • Your health and safety is our priority! We have protocols more stringent than state requirements to ensure the safety of all our faculty and students
  • Competitive compensation
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plus employer matching
  • CDA Tuition reimbursement
  • Discounted childcare
  • Continued focus on your professional development - our Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
    Our early childhood teachers are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned classes. Teachers will plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for children in a safe environment and work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.
    What's it like to be a teacher at our School?
    • Feel comfortable and safe working in our clean, state-of-the-art facilities with strict health and safety guidelines
    • Feel a sense of accomplishment as you hear the laughter and experience the wonder of children participating in activities you planned
    • 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 early childhood professionals and continue to grow in your profession
      Qualifications:
      • Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field or Child Development Associate (CDA) required for Lead Teaching positions
      • Previous experience preferred
      • Meets background check eligibility
      • Has knowledge of childcare programming, safety and emergency first-aid procedures, program management and customer service principles
      • Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
      • Works productively without supervision within established organizational policies and procedures
      • Is highly motivated and takes direction well with excellent interpersonal and communication skills
      • Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working in teams
        About Goddard SchoolsThe Goddard School located in Westerville (Polaris) has been open for 21 years and has 147 children under our care. As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for over 30 years, we are the premier preschool for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 530 franchised Schools with more than 70,000 students in 38 states. The Goddard School uses the most current academically endorsed methods to ensure children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident, and joyful learners.Your health and safety is our top concern. We have implemented stringent COVID-19 health and safety procedures, including the following:
        
        • School entry is limited to personnel and enrolled children only. Parents drop students off at the door
        • Schools are deep cleaned daily
        • Personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided
        • Health screening of faculty and children in attendance is conducted daily
        • Handwashing and sanitation procedures have been adapted to meet applicable CDC recommendations
          About The Goddard School (Polaris)
          • The Goddard School-- is a renowned program with a Piaget (Learning through Play) based foundation and a leader in the franchised preschool industry which is growing and continues to set the standard for excellence. The focus of the program is to provide a life-long love of learning. Our staff is made of loving and dedicated teachers who understand each child's needs. They are highly qualified childhood educators who are able to use their creativity and the Goddard Developmental Guidelines as the basis for unique lesson plans that are brought to life in a fun and imaginative way. We are looking for fun and energetic Infant through Kindergarten Lead and Assistant Teachers for our school.

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