Pre-Kindergarten Lead Teacher

The Goddard School of Middle River (Greenleigh), MD; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

IRA Matching

401(k)

Company parties

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School of Middle River (Greenleigh), MD is seeking a lead teacher to coordinate daily classroom operations and deliver engaging, safe activities for children. You will plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities while collaborating closely with parents to ensure excellent service.

Qualifications include an Associate or higher in ECE, MSDE 99 certificate, and CDA preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field required
• 99-PreSchool Certification required (MSDE)
• 45-hour Infant/Toddler Certification preferred
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
• 1-2 years of previous experience required
• Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training
• Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
• Meets background check eligibility

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the daily operations of assigned classes
• Plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for childcare in a safe environment
• Work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service

Skills

Communication with parents

Relationship building

Classroom multitasking

Education

Associates Degree or higher in ECE

MSDE 99-PreSchool Certification

CDA preferred

45-hour Infant/Toddler Certification preferred

Job description

Benefits

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

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

Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School

• Your well-being is important to us! We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off/holiday pay, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). We also pay for teachers to have access to a CCEI account allowing you to have access to 100's of hours of Professional Development. Plus, we offer to pay for your CDA, 45 & 99 Hour Certification. We also pride ourselves on only promoting from within so you can continue to grow your career with us.
• You will be a part of a supportive team! Teachers have full support from our directors, including planning or resource time, to be successful in the classroom. We promise to maintain ratios and ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success.
• We recognize our teachers! We have recognition programs that are offered throughout the year.

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

• Feel a sense of accomplishment as you experience the laughter and wonder of children participating in activities you planned
• Observe children’s interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculum
• Communicate with parents daily, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions
• Engage with other childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession

Qualifications

• Associates Degree or higher in Early Childhood Education or related field required
• 99-PreSchool Certification required (MSDE)
• 45-hour Infant/Toddler Certification preferredChild Development Associate (CDA) preferred
• 1-2 years of previous experience required
• Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training
• Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
• Meets background check eligibility