Resource Teacher, Part-Time

The Goddard School; Lee's Summit (MO); On-site; USD 20,664 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Opportunity for advancement

Employee discounts

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School in Lee's Summit is looking for a part-time Resource Teacher to join our team. This role requires working until 6 PM and involves establishing a nurturing environment for children and supporting their development.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, with an Associate or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education preferred. Enjoy a supportive environment with ample opportunities for professional growth and various benefits, including health insurance and flexible schedules.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 40 lbs. when handling children.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Supporting each child's social and emotional development.
• Establishing positive and effective family relations.
• Working with the lead teacher and the entire faculty.

Skills

Empathy and compassion for young children

Dependable and adaptable

Ability to lift up to 40 lbs.

Education

High school diploma required

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

Job description

No nights and weekends. We are looking for a part‑time Resource Teacher to join our awesome team, (must be able to work until 6pm)! If you have experience working with children, we’d love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Your well‑being is important to us! Many of our schools offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, 25‑50% off childcare discounts!
• Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Plus, many of our schools offer CDA credentials and provide tuition reimbursement. We also pride ourselves on 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.

Responsibilities of a Resource Teacher

• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting each child’s social and emotional development
• Establishing positive and effective family relations
• Working with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty
• Must be able to work until close, 6pm

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
• Must be able to lift up to 40 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

About Goddard Schools

As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long‑term success in school and in life.

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.