Preschool Teacher

The Goddard School of Bloomingdale; Bloomingdale (IL); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking a passionate Preschool Teacher to inspire young minds. In this full-time role, you will lead a classroom of energetic 3-year-olds, crafting engaging lessons that foster a love of learning. Your creativity and problem-solving skills will shine as you design a curriculum that meets the diverse needs of your students. With a commitment to nurturing each child's potential, you will create a vibrant classroom environment where learning thrives. Join a supportive team dedicated to excellence in education and make a lasting impact on the lives of children and their families.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Health benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Child Care Discount

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or AA in ECE/Child Development/Education required.
• Ability to pass state and federal background checks.

Responsibilities

• Create and follow a comprehensive curriculum for preschool children.
• Teach beginning reading and math skills to young learners.

Skills

Creative skills

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in ECE/Child Development/Education

Associate's degree in ECE/Child Development/Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

The Goddard School is a renowned program with a Piaget (Learning through Play) based foundation and an owner-operated premier preschool that continues to set the standard for excellence. The focus of the program is to provide a life-long love of learning.

We are seeking an energetic and experienced Preschool Teacher to join our team! You will be leading a class of students through the school year, assessing their current academic level and designing instruction to meet students’ collective and individual needs. This is a full time position from 7:00-4:00. The teacher would be a Co-Teacher in the classroom working with 3 yr olds.

You are passionate about learning and helping students reach their potential. With strong creative and problem-solving skills, you love connecting with individual students and creating an engaging classroom environment.

Responsibilities:

1. Create and follow a comprehensive curriculum
2. Teach beginning reading and math skills
3. Assist children with developing social and emotional skills
4. Use a range of instructional methods and learning techniques
5. Communicate with parents and other school personnel
6. Assess students’ skills and performance to ensure they are meeting developmental milestones

Qualifications:

1. Bachelors or AA in ECE/Child Dvlpmnt/Education, CDA
2. Ability to pass a state and federal background check
3. A year of previous teaching experience preferred
4. High-energy with a love of working with children
5. Organized and detail-oriented

Benefits/Perks:

1. Competitive Compensation
2. Health benefits
3. Tuition reimbursement
4. Retirement Plan
5. Paid Time Off
6. Child Care Discount