Lead Teacher: Shape Young Minds & Advance Your Career

The Goddard School; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare Discounts

Healthcare Stipend

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School of Northeast Portland located at 3311 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Portland, Oregon 97212 is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to guide daily activities and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum using our proprietary Wonder of Learning program.

Join a supportive team and lead age-appropriate lessons, manage classrooms, communicate with families, and contribute to a nurturing environment that helps children become joyful, confident learners ready for school and

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred
• Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training, including Infant Safe Sleep training
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, families and faculty members

Responsibilities

• Curriculum and Instruction: Implement age-appropriate lesson plans using Wonder of Learning curriculum
• Classroom Management: Create a safe, nurturing, inclusive classroom
• Family Communication: Maintain open, effective communication with families about progress
• Health and Safety: Supervise children to uphold standards and licensing
• Professional Development: Participate in ongoing development and training
• Assessment and Documentation: Observe, assess and document children’s learning
• Team Collaboration: Support Assistant and Resource Teachers
• Behavior Guidance: Model positive guidance for social-emotional growth

Skills

Experience with young children

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

Associate's or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred

Job description

The Goddard School of Northeast Portland located at 3311 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd, Portland, Oregon 97212 is seeking a passionate Lead Teacher to guide daily activities and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum using our proprietary Wonder of Learning program.

Join a supportive team and lead age-appropriate lessons, manage classrooms, communicate with families, and contribute to a nurturing environment that helps children become joyful, confident learners ready for school and