Preschool Lead Teacher

The Goddard School of Tysons, VA; Vienna (VA); On-site; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking passionate and energetic teachers to create a nurturing classroom environment for young learners. With a focus on play-based curriculum, this role allows you to collaborate with co-teachers and engage with children to foster their development. Enjoy a supportive workplace that values creativity and professional growth, all while making a positive impact on children's lives. Join a team dedicated to providing a safe and dynamic learning atmosphere where every child can thrive and develop into confident learners.

Benefits

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Employee discounts

Training & development

Qualifications

• 1 year of prior classroom experience required.
• Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Meeting the individual needs of children aged 3-4 years.
• Planning and implementing activities to develop social skills.

Skills

Communication Skills

Lesson Planning

Child Development Knowledge

Teamwork

Professional Attitude

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

CDA Certification

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• Wellness resources

No nights and weekends!

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.

Job description

SCHEDULE:
9:00AM - 6:00PM

We are looking for a dedicated, seasoned professional interested in creating a welcoming loving classroom environment for children age 3-4 Years Old.

Our classes are designed for teachers to co-lead. Lesson planning and classroom responsibilities are shared between co-teachers. This allows for better consistency in the implementation of the curriculum as well as a supportive collaborative environment for our staff. Teachers are encouraged to use their experience, education, and creativity to create a hands-on play-based curriculum for their students.

Our mission is to provide a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment built on love, trust, and respect. We teach our students and engage our families by modeling these values and implement a well-rounded education centered on a play-based curriculum to encourage and inspire confidence, independence, investigative and passionate learners.

Benefits

The Goddard School offers competitive compensation and benefits based on experience, education, and certifications and is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We provide outstanding opportunities including:

• Sign-on Bonus ($1,500)
• Competitive compensation
• 1-hour lunch break
• 12 Paid holidays
• Winter Break December 23, 2021 – January 3, 2021 (Paid in full after 1 year of employment)
• 4 Teacher In-Service Days per year
• 1 Day of PTO for employment anniversary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Rollover PTO - 56 hours per year
• IRA Retirement Account, plus employer matching up to 3%
• PTO is based on accrual, 2.88 hours per pay period.
• Paid Subscription for CCEI -Childcare Education Institute (Continuing Education)
• Continued focus on your professional development – our Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• Full support from our directors and resources to be successful in the classroom.
• Your health and safety are our priority! We have protocols more stringent than state requirements to ensure the safety of all our faculty and students.
• Paid CPR & First Aid
• Paid MAT training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Discounted childcare
• Paid CDA credential Program

Job Description

We are looking for fun and energetic Teachers for the Goddard School in Tysons, Virginia. We are located at 8618 Westwood Center Drive.

Duties of Lead Teachers include:

• Meeting the individual needs of the children
• Lesson Planning
• Communication with parents
• Participation in staff and training meetings
• Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning.
• Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child’s age and developmental level.
• Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
• Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff
• Building teamwork
• Professional
• Committed to continuing education.

For immediate consideration please apply now!

Job Requirements

Teacher Qualifications:

• Professional & Kind Attitude
• 1 Year prior classroom experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• Strong written and communication skills
• Lead teacher requirements as outlined by the Department of Education of Virginia
• Preferred: CDA, associate degree, bachelor’s degree, master’s degree

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $16.00 - $23.70 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Vienna, VA 22182: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Childcare: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person