Lead Toddler Teacher

The Goddard School of Redmond Ridge, WA; Redmond (WA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Education Assistance Program up to $1,

Job summary

The Goddard School of Redmond Ridge, WA is seeking a dedicated Lead Toddler Teacher to foster a loving, educational environment for young children. The role focuses on safety, development, and strong family communication within a supportive team.

We offer a competitive wage and benefits, including education assistance and opportunities for advancement, with a schedule that supports a positive daily routine for both children and staff.

Qualifications

• Must have or be willing to obtain a degree or certification in Education or Early Childhood Education, or related field.
• Active 30 hour Childcare Basics certificate or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Advance children’s physical and intellectual development through quality lesson planning.
• Create positive, effective relationships with families through daily communication.
• Demonstrate professional commitment to the Goddard inquiry-based educational philosophy.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free food & snacks
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

Lead Toddler Teacher Opening

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.

Benefits for Position

• We offer a competitive wage, upon qualification, commiserate with experience/education
• We pay 75% of your medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Offer a 401(k) qualified savings plan
• Paid time off; paid holidays, paid vacations; paid planning time
• Education Assistance Program up to $1000 annually towards pursuing an Early Childhood Education degree or classes within or relating to Early Childhood Education.

Requirements & Responsibilities

• Applicants for this position must be willing to work full-time M-F (8-hr shift with a 1-hour lunch break). (Projected schedule 8:30am - 5:30pm)
• Must be willing to work with children ages 6-weeks to 2 years and must be willing to assist in ALL required personal care routines.
• Applicants should have a love of teaching, working with children, and have the desire to learn and grow within the early childhood education field!
• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence through quality teacher-created lesson planning that utilizes gathered assessment data.
• Establish positive and effective family relations through daily in-person professional communication.
• Proficient with inter-personal communication between children, peers and parents.
• Must maintain professional commitment to the Goddard inquiry-based educational philosophy.

Applicants Must Be Willing to Obtain OR Have

• An active Merit account - Washington's Professional Development & Workforce Registry.
• A approved Portable Background Check (through Merit).
• This job posting is for The Goddard School in Redmond Ridge ONLY.
• A degree or certification in Education or Early Childhood Education or an Education related field.
• The following required prerequisites: 30 hour Childcare Basics certificate, a negative Tb Test, proof of MMR immunization, CPR/First Aid, Blood Borne Pathogens Training, WA State Food Handlers, Goddard required Abuse & Safe Sleep Training, and all required DCYF training courses. (More details provided upon hire)