Lead Preschool Teacher: Nurture, Growth & Safe Learning

The Goddard School - Brookfield/Danbury; Brookfield (CT); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goddard School in Brookfield is seeking a Lead Teacher for a preschool classroom. The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and have 2+ years of ECE experience.

A caring, dependable, responsible and positive personality is essential for success in this role. Lead Teachers will establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment and collaborate with an Assistant Teacher and the broader faculty.

Qualifications

• Lead Teacher must hold a Bachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Child Development.
• Two years or more experience in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Must meet state requirements for Lead Teacher.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment.
• Work with an Assistant Teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.
• Design appropriate room arrangements and developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Ensure classroom equipment is in good repair and safety compliant.
• Follow The Goddard School emergency procedures and health policies.
• Adapt program to meet individual needs and create a multicultural learning environment.
• Provide developmentally appropriate materials and balance teacher- and child-directed activities.
• Encourage exploration, play and language through interactive activities.
• Develop children's self-esteem and social skills while modeling respectful behavior.
• Respect cultural and ethnic diversity and promote positive peer relationships.
• Communicate professionally with families and encourage parental involvement.
• Provide conferences and daily or portfolio updates to involve families.
• Maintain a classroom Parent Board and share learning progress.
• Assess supplies and manage classroom resources to meet learning goals.
• Maintain classroom routines and QA standards; document observations.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a consistent program.
• Pursue ongoing professional development and attend faculty meetings.
• Uphold ethical conduct and our GSI standards.

Skills

Positive attitude

Dependable

Responsible

Caring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

The Goddard School in Brookfield is seeking a Lead Teacher for a preschool classroom. The candidate must hold a Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and have 2+ years of ECE experience.

A caring, dependable, responsible and positive personality is essential for success in this role. Lead Teachers will establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment and collaborate with an Assistant Teacher and the broader faculty.