LeadAssistant Teacher

The Goddard School of Manassas; Manassas (VA); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking passionate and energetic teachers to join their nurturing team. This role involves creating a safe and engaging learning environment for infants to pre-kindergarten children. Educators will implement lesson plans, communicate with parents, and foster children's development. With a commitment to teacher safety and well-being, the organization offers competitive compensation, health benefits, and professional development opportunities. If you are dedicated to making a positive impact in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

10 paid time off (PTO) days

Discounted childcare

Professional development opportunities

Paid CDA credential

Qualifications

• Candidates must have experience working with young children.
• Comfort with technology for lesson planning and parent communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teachers are responsible for the care and education of children.
• They design lesson plans and manage classroom activities.

Skills

Experience with young children

Comfort with technology

Effective communication

Education

BA in Early Childhood Education

AA in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Tools

Mobile apps for communication

Job description

The Goddard School of Manassas, VA is looking for experienced, energetic, and friendly Infant/Toddler, Preschool and Pre-K teachers to join our team!

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! Our School 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. We are looking for early childhood teachers to join our team today.

At The Goddard School located in Manassas, VA, we take your well-being and the well-being of those we educate and care for seriously and have put several measures in place to make our environment the safest it can be. We have ample PPE supplies on hand, a hospital-grade disinfecting system, daily professional cleaning and additional employees who regularly disinfect and sanitize high-touch areas throughout the day. We are going above and beyond to make sure everyone is healthy and safe in our School. At Goddard, teacher safety - your safety - is a priority.

Apply today and see for yourself what it's like to work for an employer who knows the heart of our School is our faculty members. YOU are a driving force of our culture and you'll notice the difference right away.

The Goddard School is a licensed preschool, teaching children as young as six weeks all the way through pre-kindergarten. With highly qualified teachers and administrators, we provide a fun, nurturing, and developmentally-appropriate program. Visit our website at www.goddardschool.com and see for yourself the professional staff you would be joining. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Description:

The teacher is responsible for the care and education of a group of children, working as a lead teacher in partnership with an assistant. Together both teachers design and implement lesson plans, and manage the students as they learn, eat, sleep, and play. Teachers are responsible for keeping their classroom organized and clean, and communicating with parents in person and in writing. All teachers work full time, year-round, with paid days off for illness and vacation.

What's it like to be a teacher at our School?

1. Feel comfortable and safe working in our clean, state-of-the-art facilities with strict health and safety guidelines.
2. Feel a sense of accomplishment as you hear the laughter and experience the wonder of children participating in activities you planned.
3. Observe children's interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculum.
4. Communicate with parents daily, sharing their children's latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions.
5. Engage with other early childhood professionals and continue to grow in your profession.

Qualifications - vary, depending on classroom:

Education - all candidates must have one of the following:

1. BA in Early Childhood Education, or related field.
2. AA in Early Childhood Education, or related field.
3. Child Development Associate (CDA) (or at least 12 college credits in Education).
4. Be currently enrolled in either a CDA or Associate's Degree program.

All candidates must also have the following:

1. Experience working with young children; school-setting experience is preferred.
2. Comfort with technology for lesson planning and parent communication.
3. Mastery of the English language, as spoken and written, to permit effective communication with parents.

What We Offer:

1. Salary range: $15 to $25/Hour depending on qualifications.
2. Teacher to children ratios followed.
3. Full support from our directors and resources to be successful in the classroom.
4. Paid holidays PLUS 10 paid time off (PTO) days per year.
5. School is closed between Christmas Day and New Year's Day.
6. Your health and safety is our priority! We have protocols more stringent than state requirements to ensure the safety of all our faculty and students.
7. Competitive compensation.
8. Health, dental, and vision insurance.
9. Discounted childcare.
10. Continued focus on your professional development - our Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
11. Plus, we'll pay for your CDA credential!

Our early childhood teachers are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned classes. Teachers will plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for children in a safe environment and work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.