Lead Preschool Teacher

The Goddard School•New York, NY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Goddard School is seeking a passionate, energetic, and nurturing Lead Preschool Teacher to positively impact children's lives and contribute to early childhood education. The school offers a premium educational experience in state-of-the-art facilities, committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment where children develop into joyful and confident learners prepared for success. As part of a franchise system operating for 35 years, The Goddard School is a premier spot for early childhood learning for children aged six weeks to six years, with over 600 franchised Schools across 37 states and Washington D.C. The curriculum utilizes current, academically endorsed methods to ensure children learn while having fun. All Goddard Schools uphold high standards of education, care, and safety, and are accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning: A Network of Battelle for Kids. The school values its teachers, empowering and honoring them to develop their skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment, making a daily difference in children's lives.

Requirements

Bachelor's (BA or BA) or Associate's degree in early childhood education and a NYS Teaching Certification
Bachelor's (BA or BA) Associate's degree in early childhood education and 2 years experience in a licensed early childhood program
Associate's (AA or AS) degree in early childhood education and a study plan showing current enrollment in school which will be leading to a Bachelor's degree within seven years
Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training
Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations
Must be able to lift up to 50 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
Meets background check eligibility

Responsibilities

Coordinating the daily operations of assigned classes
Plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for childcare in a safe environment
Work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service
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 childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession

Benefits

401(k)
401(k) matching
Competitive salary
Paid time off
Tuition assistance
Twenty-Seven (27) paid personal days per year (Ten paid personal days per calendar year, Five paid personal days between Christmas and New Year's Day when the school is closed, Nine paid holidays per calendar year)
Five (5) sick days per year (available to all employees, accrual starts with no waiting period)
Up to 100% tuition reimbursement subject to performance and commitment to work for a specified period
Employer will offer and pay for 50% of the health insurance cost including dental and vision insurance
Employer will match up to 3% of your contributions to the 401K plan
Employees will be eligible for annual performance based pay increases
Medical, dental, and vision insurance (offered by many schools)
Childcare discounts (offered by many schools)
Goddard Systems University accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
CDA credentials (offered by many schools)
Tuition reimbursement (provided by many schools)
Promotion from within
Full support from directors, including planning or resource time
Maintenance of ratios and provision of resources for classroom success
Recognition programs offered throughout the year