Lead Toddler Teacher
About The Position
Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun? If so, then The Goddard School is the place for you! We offer a premium educational experience in our state-of-the-art facilities that is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life. Apply today and see for yourself what it’s like to work for an employer who knows the heart of our School is our teachers. YOU are a driving force of our culture and you’ll notice the difference right away.
Requirements
- Willing to work full-time M-F (8-hr shift with a 1-hour lunch break). (Projected schedule 8:30am - 5:30pm)
- Willing to work with children ages 6-weeks to 2 years and must be willing to assist in ALL required personal care routines.
- Applicants should have a love of teaching, working with children, and have the desire to learn and grow within the early childhood education field!
- An active Merit account - Washington's Professional Development & Workforce Registry.
- A approved Portable Background Check (through Merit).
- A degree or certification in Education or Early Childhood Education or an Education related field.
- 30 hour Childcare Basics certificate
- A negative Tb Test
- Proof of MMR immunization
- CPR/First Aid
- Blood Borne Pathogens Training
- WA State Food Handlers
- Goddard required Abuse & Safe Sleep Training
- All required DCYF training courses.
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
- Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence through quality teacher-created lesson planning that utilizes gathered assessment data.
- Establish positive and effective family relations through daily in-person professional communication.
- Proficient with inter-personal communication between children, peers and parents.
- Must maintain professional commitment to the Goddard inquiry-based educational philosophy.
Benefits
- Competitive wage, upon qualification, commiserate with experience/education
- 75% of your medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) qualified savings plan
- Paid time off; paid holidays, paid vacations; paid planning time
- Education Assistance Program up to $1000 annually towards pursuing an Early Childhood Education degree or classes within or relating to Early Childhood Education.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
