Toddler Teacher

The Goddard School; Vernon Hills (IL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Discounted childcare

Professional development

Retirement plan

Job summary

The Goddard School in Vernon Hills, IL is seeking a reliable Toddler Classroom Teacher to join our team of educators. Responsibilities include writing and implementing lesson plans based on Developmental Guidelines, ensuring a safe, engaging learning environment, and collaborating with parents to support each child's growth.

Qualified candidates typically have a degree in Early Childhood Education or related field and 1–2 years of experience; must pass background checks and be able to lift up to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field, or enrollment in relevant program.
• 1-2 years of prior teaching experience preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs; meets background check eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Establish a safe, nurturing learning environment.
• Create and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with developmental guidelines.
• Plan activities with the teaching team; submit plans for review.
• Build home-school connections through parent communication.
• Provide varied developmentally appropriate learning activities.
• Manage the classroom to ensure safety and engagement.
• Encourage creativity through art, music, dramatic play and blocks.
• Balance teacher-directed and child-directed activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Work ethic

Positive attitude

Love for children

Education

Early childhood education or related degree

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching

The Goddard School in Vernon Hills, IL is currently seeking a reliable, experienced, and energetic Toddler Classroom Teacher to join our team of teachers. Classroom Teachers are responsible for ensuring compliance with Goddard's industry-leading Quality Assurance standards. Teachers write and implement their own lesson plans based on Developmental Guidelines and studies based on student interests. Most importantly, they create a positive learning environment in their classroom where children develop a lifelong love of learning! The Goddard School offers competitive compensation depending on credentials and experience plus health benefits, employee discount on childcare, paid time off, paid holidays, and a paid winter break.

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

What’s it like to be a teacher at our School?

• 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

Job Responsibilities Include

• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment
• Creating and implementing fun lesson plans geared towards educational success and based on developmental guidelines
• Plan and implement appropriate classroom activities with other member(s) of teaching team. Plan individualized activities to meet the needs of children. Submit lesson plans for review in a timely manner. with an experienced team enabling you to showcase your strengths and creativity within a healthy and functional work environment
• Establishing a home-school connection and positive family relations through interactive communication with parents
• Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to engage children in learning
• Responsible for the overall classroom management, creating a safe, nurturing and engaging learning environment.
• Encourage creativity through art, music, dramatic play and blocks.
• Provide a reasonable balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activities

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, Psychology or related field OR proof of current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Associate's or CDA Credentialing Program
• 1-2 years of previous experience preferred
• Strong work ethic and communication skills
• Positive attitude and inherent love for young children
• 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

Benefits Include

• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays & Paid Winter Break
• Discounted Childcare
• Health Insurance
• Professional Development
• Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement

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

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.