Lead Teacher - Preschool Teacher

The Goddard School; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goddard School located in Rochester, MN is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher. Join us to create a nurturing environment by implementing an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum and leading daily activities with a supportive team.

The successful candidate will have a high school diploma, 1-2 years of preschool experience, and a willingness to grow professionally. We offer a competitive hourly wage between $19 and $24, with full-time non-exempt status.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate/bachelor's in ECE preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience with young children in licensed setting preferred.
• State-required pre-service training completed.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs as needed.

Responsibilities

• Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Foster love of learning through creative teaching methods.
• Observe and assess children's development and adjust activities accordingly.
• Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
• Manage daily routines and transitions smoothly.
• Address behavioral issues with positive guidance.
• Maintain open communication with parents regarding child's progress.
• Ensure cleanliness and safety of classroom and common areas.

Skills

Curriculum planning

Classroom management

Communication with parents

Health and safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred

Job description

• Location 2364 Valleyhigh Dr NW,Rochester, MN, 55901,United States
• Base Pay $19.00 - $24.00 / Hour
• Employee Type Full Time Non-Exempt
• Required Degree High school

Contact information

• Phone [phone]

Description

TheGoddardSchool®locatedin Rochester, MNisseekingapassionateLeadTeacher.AtourSchool, we put our teachers first because they put our students first.Join us to create a nurturing environment for young children by implementing an engaging, developmentally appropriate curriculum. Lead daily activities, inspire young minds and collaborate with a supportive team.

Nurtureyourgrowth.Empoweryoursuccess. Joinourwelcomingcommunity,whereyoucangrowand makearealdifferenceinchildren’sliveseveryday.Ifyou’repassionateabouteducationandchildren,and ready to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you!

LeadTeacherKey Responsibilities:

1. Curriculumand Instruction:

• Implementage-appropriatelessonplansand activities
• Fosteraloveoflearningthroughcreativeandengagingteaching methods
• Observeandassesschildren'sdevelopmentandadjustactivities accordingly

2. Classroom Management:

• Createasafe,nurturing,andinclusiveclassroom environment
• Managedailyroutinesandtransitions smoothly
• Addressbehavioralissueswithpositiveguidanceand support

3. Family Communication:

• Maintainopenandeffectivecommunicationwithparents/guardiansregardingtheirchild's progress and daily activities

4. Healthand Safety:

• Ensurethecleanlinessandorderlinessoftheclassroomandcommon areas
• Adheretoallhealthandsafetyguidelinesand procedures

5. Professional Development:

• Participateinongoingprofessionaldevelopmentandtraining opportunities
• Staycurrentwithbestpracticesinearlychildhood education
• Collaboratewithotherteachersandstafftoshareideasand strategies

WhatWeOffer (variesby location):

• Recognition programs

Qualifications:

• Highschooldiplomarequired;associateorbachelor'sinEarlyChildhoodEducation preferred
• 1-2yearsofpreviousexperienceworkingwithyoungchildreninalicensedchildcareorpreschool setting preferred
• Hassuccessfullycompletedstate-requiredpre-service training
• Developsrelationshipsandcommunicateeffectivelywithchildren,parents,andfaculty members
• Abilitytoliftupto50lbs.inconnectionwiththehandlingof children

Ifyou’reanenergetic,nurturingpersonlookingforasupportiveandfunworkplace,joinus!OurSchooloffers a premium educational experience in state-of-the-art facilities, helping every child become a joyful, confident learner ready for success in school and life.