Lead Teachers

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Job description

The Goddard School is a renowned program for children 6 weeks to 6 years with a Piaget based foundation. We continue to set the standard for excellence by engaging the best educators possible and providing them with the tools they need to be successful. We create an environment where Teachers support the nurturing and learning every child needs; we hire Teachers that truly celebrate the milestones that occur in early childhood. The owner is on-site and hands on and ensures that the school takes a personal interest in every teacher, child and family. Our mission is to develop each child's natural curiosity and creativity in order to provide a foundation to encourage each child's lifelong love of learning.

Our Early Childhood Teachers are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned classes. Teachers will plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for children in a safe environment and work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.

If you are passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education, are an energetic and nurturing person looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun, then The Goddard School of New Braunfels is the place for you!

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

· Feel comfortable and safe working in our clean, state-of-the-art facilities with strict health and safety guidelines

· Feel a sense of accomplishment as you hear the laughter and experience the wonder of children participating in activities you planned

· Observe children's interests and work with other teachers and your Director of Education 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 early childhood professionals and continue to grow in your profession through our comprehensive professional development programs

Qualifications

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

· Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred, or proof of enrollment in program

· 2 Years of previous experience required

· Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training

· Meets background check eligibility

· Has knowledge of childcare programming, safety and emergency first-aid procedures, program management and customer service principles

· Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members

· Works productively without supervision within established organizational policies and procedures

· Is highly motivated and takes direction well with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

· Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working in teams

About Goddard Schools

The Goddard School located in New Braunfels is currently under construction and scheduled to open in early 2022. As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for over 30 years, we are the premier preschool for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 530 franchised Schools with more than 70,000 students in 38 states. The Goddard School uses the most current academically endorsed methods to ensure children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident, and joyful learners.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $15.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• New Braunfels, TX 78132: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Early Childhood education: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CPR Certification (Preferred)
• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

• One location

Work Remotely:

• No

Work Location: One location