Preschool Teacher

Preschool/Pre-K TeacherThe joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.A Preschool/Pre-K Teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment.Educational QualificationsAll candidates who wish to be considered for the position of a Preschool Teacher must meet one or more of the following criteria, in addition to any/all requirements that may be mandated by their state and/or local licensing authorities:99-hour Preschool CertificationBachelor's degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, or Child Development.Bachelor's degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8.Preschool Teacher ResponsibilitiesA Preschool Teacher responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:Establish and Maintain a Safe, Healthy and Nurturing Learning EnvironmentDevelop an appropriate classroom management system to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroomUnderstand and implement The Goddard School emergency procedureEnsure that children are always within state ratio requirementsPerform nominal cleaning responsibilities (eg, spills) immediatelyAdhere to a classroom schedule that meets the needs of the children and includes a routine and learning opportunitiesAdhere to all GSI Health and Safety policies and proceduresAdvance Children's Physical and Intellectual CompetenceAdapt program to meet the individual needs of each childCreate a multi-cultural learning environmentProvide a variety of developmentally appropriate materialsInteract with the children to support play, exploration and learningEncourage children to talk with each other and with the facultyPresent age- and developmentally-appropriate expectations for all childrenCreate a print-rich environment in order for children to learn about books, literature and writingEncourage creativity through art, music, dramatic play and blocksProvide a reasonable balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activitiesProvide opportunities for both active and quiet playIntegrate GSI resources (including Enrichment Programs) into lesson plansSupport Each Child's Social and Emotional Development and Provide Positive GuidancePlan and implement activities to develop children's self-esteem and social skillsPlan and implement activities to enable children's feeling of securityEncourage empathetic and respectful feelings for others, as well as the environment, through positive modelingRespect cultural and ethnic diversityEstablish Positive and Effective Family RelationsCommunicate, in a professional manner, with families and facultyEncourage families to become an integral part of their children's learning experiencesProvide opportunities (e.g., conferences) in which families are made to feel a part of their children's learning experiencesPrepare a Daily Activity Report for each childMaintain a portfolio for each childEnsure an Effective Program, Responsive to Children's NeedsAssess supplies and materials needed to implement activitiesBuild teamworkDevelop lesson plan books and posted lesson plansManage classrooms according to GSI QA StandardsPerform child observations and document in their portfoliosUse assessment toolsMaintain Professional CommitmentPromote GSI philosophy and educational objectivesSupport a code of ethical conductPursue professional development/continuing educationAttend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences and professional growth opportunitiesJob Type: Full-timePay: From $37,440.00 per yearBenefits:401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee discountHealth insurancePaid time offTuition reimbursementVision insuranceSchedule:8 hour shiftMonday to FridayWork Location: In personCompensation: $37,440.00 - $47,817.00 per year