Job Description
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
The Goddard School® located at: 630 Sugars Bridge Rd. West Chester, PA, 19382 is seeking a motivated and caring Prekindergarten Teacher! At our School, we put our teachers first because they put our students first. You'll work together with another experienced Teacher in creating engaging programs, managing the classroom and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment. Bring your energy, enthusiasm and creativity to our supportive, collaborative team.
Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Join our welcoming community, where you can grow and make a real difference in children’s lives every day. If you’re passionate about education and children, and ready to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you!
No nights or weekends!
Lead Teacher Key Responsibilities:
1.Curriculum and Instruction:
Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
Foster a love of learning through creative and engaging teaching methods
Observe and assess children's development and adjust activities accordingly
1.Curriculum and Instruction:
Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities
Foster a love of learning through creative and engaging teaching methods
Observe and assess children's development and adjust activities accordingly
2. Classroom Management:
Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
Manage daily routines and transitions smoothly
Address behavioral issues with positive guidance and support
Create a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment.
Manage daily routines and transitions smoothly
Address behavioral issues with positive guidance and support
3. Family Communication:
Maintain open and effective communication with parents/guardians regarding their child's progress and daily activities
Conduct parent-teacher conferences and provide regular updates
Encourage family involvement and participation in school activities
4. Health and Safety:
Ensure the cleanliness and orderliness of the classroom and common areas
Adhere to all health and safety guidelines and procedures
Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to ensure their safety and well-being
5. Professional Development:
Participate in ongoing professional development and training opportunities
Stay current with best practices in early childhood education
Collaborate with other teachers and staff to share ideas and strategies
What We Offer (varies by location):
- Competitive hourly wage
- Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)
- Paid time off and holidays
- No nights, weekend and holiday schedules
- Heavy Childcare reimbursement/discount
- Retirement plan benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
- Recognition programs
Qualifications:
- High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education strongly preferred
- Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting
- Shows empathy and compassion for young children
- Works productively without supervision
- Basic understanding of child development
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children
- Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements
Our ideal candidate can work 8:30am or 9am to 5:30pm or 6pm.
If you’re an energetic, nurturing person looking for a supportive and fun workplace, join us!
Compensation: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
This Is Your Moment
The 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.
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.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | West Chester, Pennsylvania |
| Industry | Education |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Website | http://www.goddardschool.com/chicago/plainfield-joliet-theodore-street-il#moreFromThisSchool |
About Company
The Goddard School provides the foundation to encourage a child's lifelong love of learning .In our warm, caring atmosphere, dedicated teachers support the development of children from 6 weeks to 8 years old. Our year round program offers families the choice of either half day or full day schedule.
We are delighted to be the on-site owners of The Goddard School on Theodore Street in Plainfield. We welcome the opportunity for you to join our team by providing the best educational child care for children. Our play-based curriculum taught by our wonderful degreed teachers in a nurturing learning environment, is tailored to meet the social, intellectual, physical and emotional needs of each individual child. We are not a daycare, but rather a preschool with purpose.
Rundy and Karen Wells
Skills
- Child Developmentunmatched
- Childcareunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Conferencesunmatched
- Dental Insuranceunmatched
- Early Childhood Educationunmatched
- Health Insuranceunmatched
- High School Diplomaunmatched
- Lesson Plansunmatched
- Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
- Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
- Reimbursementunmatched
- Retirement Planunmatched
- Safety Processunmatched
- Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
- Team Playerunmatched
- Training/Teachingunmatched
- Tuition Reimbursementunmatched
Level up your application
Professional resume templates
Browse dozens of recruiter approved resume templates, layouts and formats. Choose your favorite and make it your own in minutes.
Free resume templatesFree resume builder
Improve your existing resume or start from scratch and create a standout, ATS-friendly resume. Add job-specific content, download and apply.
Free resume builder