School Age TeacherFull Time

The Goddard School of Plainfield, IL; Plainfield Township (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Tuition assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

The Goddard School of Plainfield, IL is seeking a dedicated lead teacher to coordinate classroom operations and deliver creative educational and recreational activities in a safe environment. The ideal candidate should have an Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or a related field, along with strong communication skills and experience working with children. Responsibilities include direct engagement with children and parents, planning the curriculum, and ensuring child safety. This position offers benefits including health insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of previous experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Meets background check eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of assigned classes.
• Plan, present, and evaluate educational activities.
• Deliver curriculum aligned with academic standards.

Skills

Effective communication with children and parents

Ability to handle stressful situations

Relationship development

Education

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

Degree in any field with 6 hours of Early Childhood credits

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Signing bonus
• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Child care discounts
• Training and development
• Tuition assistance

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily operations of assigned classes.
• Plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for children in a safe environment.
• Work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.
• Maintain child safety and handle stressful situations calmly while multi-tasking.
• Deliver the curriculum in alignment with academic standards.
• Collaborate with other teachers to develop creative curriculum ideas.
• Communicate with parents daily through mobile apps and personal discussions.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field, or Child Development Associate (CDA).
• Degree in any field with 6 hours of Early Childhood credits.
• 1-2 years of previous experience preferred.
• Ability to develop 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.

Our lead teachers are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned classes. Teachers 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.

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.

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