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The Goddard School in Avon is looking for assistant teachers to join their team. The ideal candidate is a highly-qualified childhood educator who is able to use creativity and the Goddard Developmental Guidelines as the basis for unique lesson plans that are brought to life in a fun and imaginative way. The candidate also has strong leadership skills, is an excellent communicator, and can motivate and inspire children in a positive manner.The Goddard School is a renowned program with a Piaget-based foundation (Learning through Play) 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.Education/Experience:CDA, Associates or BA in Early Childhood Education or related field preferredDemonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practicesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsClassroom Qualifications:Demonstrated interest, commitment, and ability to challenge students at all levelsAbility to assist with all classroom needs as outlined by lead teachersEvidence of strong, positive student and classroom managementCommitment to establishing effective, proactive and positive parent communicationProficiency with classroom technology (e.g., computers, etc.)Meet school's quality assurance requirements for curriculum and activitiesComply with all state, local and Goddard Systems, Inc. regulationsAdditional Qualifications:Assume postures in low level positions that best allow physical and visual contact with childrenMust be able to sustain a high level of energyBend to perform various tasks numerous times throughout the dayStoop, sit on the floorTeam PlayerAbility to be flexible in assignment and work hours requiredCommitment to Professional DevelopmentThe Goddard School offers:Competitive CompensationPaid time off, including holidaysProfessional DevelopmentAffiliation with Leaders in the Childcare Field
The Goddard School in Avon is looking for an infant teacher to join their team. The ideal candidate is a highly-qualified childhood educator who is able to use creativity and the Goddard Developmental Guidelines as the basis for unique lesson plans that are brought to life in a fun and imaginative way. The candidate also has strong leadership skills, is an excellent communicator, and can motivate and inspire children in a positive manner.The Goddard School is a renowned program with a Piaget-based foundation (Learning through Play) 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.Education/Experience:CDA, Associates or BA in Early Childhood Education or related field preferredDemonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practicesExcellent verbal and written communication skillsClassroom Qualifications:Demonstrated interest, commitment, and ability to challenge students at all levelsAbility to assist with all classroom needs as outlined by lead teachersEvidence of strong, positive student and classroom managementCommitment to establishing effective, proactive and positive parent communicationProficiency with classroom technology (e.g., computers, etc.)Meet school's quality assurance requirements for curriculum and activitiesComply with all state, local and Goddard Systems, Inc. regulationsAdditional Qualifications:Assume postures in low level positions that best allow physical and visual contact with childrenMust be able to sustain a high level of energyBend to perform various tasks numerous times throughout the dayStoop, sit on the floorTeam PlayerAbility to be flexible in assignment and work hours requiredCommitment to Professional DevelopmentThe Goddard School offers:Competitive CompensationPaid time off, including holidaysProfessional DevelopmentAffiliation with Leaders in the Childcare Field
As a Lead Preschool Teacher at The Goddard School® in Avon, you will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment for your students while working with an Assistant Teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.We are growing and looking for experienced, honest and reliable candidates who have a desire to grow with us and make a positive impact on the smallest members of our community. If you have a passion for working with children, have what it takes to lead a class of preschoolers in one of the top childcare centers in the country and have the required credentials noted below, we’d like to talk to you!A lead teacher must meet the qualifications of his/her state and the following 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 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• The ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcareAll candidates who wish to be considered for the position of lead teacher must meet one or more of the following criteria, in addition to any/all requirements that may be mandated by their state and/or local licensing authorities:• 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’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field.• An Associate’s 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.A lead teacher’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment• 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• Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence• 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• Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance• 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• Establish positive and effective family relations• Communicate, in a professional manner, with families and faculty• Encourage families to become an integral part of their children’s learning experiences• Provide opportunities (e.g., conferences) in which families are made to feel a 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• Ensure an effective program, responsive to children’s needs• 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)• Maintain professional commitment• 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 opportunitiesThe Goddard School offers:Competitive CompensationPaid time off, including holidaysProfessional DevelopmentAffiliation with Leaders in the Childcare Field
Do you want to join our Goddard School family? We are hiring a full time resource teacher with competitive pay. Send us your info or give us a call to set up an interview. 317-272-1337
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