Toddler and Preschool Teachers

The Goddard School; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Paid vacation

Sick days

Holidays

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A prestigious preschool program in Bethesda, MD is looking for fun and energetic Toddler and Preschool Lead Teachers to meet children's individual needs and support their learning through play. Candidates should have a Bachelor's Degree in Education or fulfill MSDE-OCS Teacher requirements along with prior classroom experience. The position offers competitive compensation and a range of benefits including paid vacation, sick days, and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of MSDE-OCS Teacher requirements (90 hour training) or Bachelor's Degree in Education.
• Prior classroom experience is required.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Meet the individual needs of the children.
• Interact with children to support play, exploration, and learning.
• Plan activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
• Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning.
• Presenting expectations appropriate to the child’s age and developmental level.
• Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
• Communicating professionally with parents and fellow staff.
• Building teamwork.
• Committing to continuing education.

Skills

Strong written and communication skills

Knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices

Developmentally appropriate practices

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Education

Job description

The Goddard School® is a renowned program with a Piaget (Learning through Play) based foundation and a leader in the franchised preschool industry which is growing and continues to set the standard for excellence. The focus of the program is to provide a life‑long love of learning. Our staff is made of loving and dedicated teachers who understand each child’s needs. They are highly qualified childhood educators who can use their creativity and the Goddard Developmental Guidelines as the basis for unique lesson plans that are brought to life in a fun and imaginative way.

Job Description

We are looking for fun and energetic Toddler and Preschool Lead Teachers for the Goddard School in Bethesda, MD.

Daily Responsibilities

• Meeting the individual needs of the children
• 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
• Committing to continuing education

For immediate consideration please apply now!

Job Requirements

Teacher Qualifications:

• Minimum of MSDE-OCS Teacher requirements (90 hour training) or Bachelor's Degree in Education
• Prior classroom experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• Strong written and communication skills

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:

• Competitive salary
• Paid vacation
• Sick days
• Holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance