Lead PreK Teacher

The Goddard School•Lees Summit, MO

1d•$2,700 - $3,300

About The Position

We are looking for a full-time lead PreK Teacher to join our awesome team! If you have experience working with children, we’d love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education. We are a family-owned franchise, with our owner on site everyday working to support our families, directors, and teachers. We value family and want everyone that comes through our doors to feel like it's an extension of our home. As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. 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. Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.

Requirements

High school diploma required
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

Nice To Haves

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
Shows empathy and compassion for young children
Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal

Responsibilities

Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
Supporting each child’s social and emotional development
Establishing positive and effective family relations
Working with the co-teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty