Lead Pre-K Teacher Daycare Teacher

The Goddard School; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking passionate Daycare Teachers for their new preschool in Chicago's South Loop. This role involves creating a safe and nurturing environment for children aged 6 weeks to 6 years. Teachers will develop lesson plans, engage with children to foster learning and exploration, and communicate effectively with parents. The Goddard School is committed to maintaining high-quality standards and providing a supportive atmosphere for both teachers and students. Join a dedicated team and help shape the future of young learners in a state-of-the-art facility.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee assistance program

Employee discount

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Qualifications

• An Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field is required.
• CDA Certification is preferred for teaching roles.

Responsibilities

• Develop lesson plans and meet individual needs of children.
• Communicate with parents and participate in staff meetings.
• Create a positive learning environment for kids.

Skills

Lesson Planning

Child Development

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Assessment Tools

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification

Job description

Job description

The Goddard School located in Chicago (South Loop), IL 60616 is looking for motivated self-starters for multiple positions as Daycare Teachers at our new preschool for ages ranging from 6 weeks to 6 years. Our state-of-the-art facility is expanding in the South Loop neighborhood of Chicago downtown, just blocks away from CTA and Metra Electric.

Overview

A Lead Pre-K Teacher is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment. Additionally, a teacher is responsible for working together with another teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

Educational Qualifications

• An Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Elementary Education, Child Development, or a related field.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education (ECE), Elementary Education, Child Development, or a related field is preferred.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) Certification.

Lead Pre-K Teacher Responsibilities:

• Developing lesson plans.
• Meeting the individual needs of the children.
• Parent communication.
• Participation in staff and training meetings.
• Designing an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom.
• Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning.
• Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level.
• Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
• Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff.
• Building teamwork.
• Using assessment tools.
• Committing to continuing education.

Teachers are responsible for compliance with Goddard's industry-leading Quality Assurance standards. Pre-K Teachers write and implement their own lesson plans based on Goddard Developmental Guidelines and monthly school themes. Most importantly, they create a positive learning environment in their classroom where children develop a lifelong love of learning.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance