Lead PreK Teacher Flexible Schedule

The Goddard School of Deerfield (Northbrook), IL; Deerfield (IL); Hybrid; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Medical insurance

Childcare discounts

Holiday pay

Additional bonuses throughout the year

Job summary

The Goddard School of Deerfield (Northbrook), IL is seeking an Assistant Teacher who is passionate about early childhood education. You will engage with children in meaningful activities, support their social and emotional development, and maintain a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates possess a high school diploma and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs. This position offers competitive salary, health insurance, and flexible schedule to foster a supportive workplace for both teachers and students.

Qualifications

• Ability to understand and support the education program using 'learning through play'.
• Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with children and parents.
• Compliance with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Engage with children in meaningful play and activities.
• Support each child’s social and emotional development.

Skills

Understanding of 'learning through play' philosophy

Effective communication

Ability to interact with children

Compliance with childcare laws

Physical capability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Medical insurance
• Childcare discounts
• Holiday pay
• Additional bonuses throughout the year

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.

General 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 communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents;
• The ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.
• The ability 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 also be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.

Educational Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Assistant Teacher Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment
• Engage with children in meaningful play and activities
• Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance
• Respect cultural and ethnic diversity
• Establishing positive and effective family relations
• Working with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty

About Goddard Schools

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. All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety.

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.