Preschool Teacher- Lead for Pre-K

The Goddard School

Darien, Illinois

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Child Support, Childcare, Communication Skills, Conflict Resolution, Dental Insurance, Documentation, Employee Assistance Plan, Health Insurance, Lesson Plans, Licensing, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Nursery School and Preschool, Regulations, Safety Standards, Safety/Work Safety, Team Player, Training/Teaching, Training/Teaching Curriculum, Tuition Fees, Tuition Reimbursement, Vision Plan
LOCATION
Darien, Illinois
POSTED
18 days ago
Benefits:
  • No nights and weekends
  • Childcare discounts
  • Recognition programs
  • Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • 401(k)
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discounts
  • Tuition assistance
  • Wellness resources
Benefits:
1 Week PTO, 2 Weeks of Vacation, plus a week off around Christmas/NewYear
401K, 401K Matching
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
Employee Discount
Tuition Reimbursement

 
Lead Teacher Key Responsibilities:
  • Curriculum and Instruction: Implement age-appropriate lesson plans and activities using our proprietary Wonder of Learning® curriculum to engage and support each child’s growth
  • Classroom Management: Create and maintain a safe, nurturing, and inclusive classroom environment
  • Family Communication: Maintain open, effective and positive communication with families and guardians about their child’s progress and daily activities
  • Health and Safety: Supervise children during indoor and outdoor activities to uphold health and safety standards, licensing regulations and ensure their well-being
  • Professional Development: Participate actively in ongoing professional development and training opportunities to enhance teaching skills
  • Assessment and Documentation: Observe, assess and document children’s learning and development to inform activities and share insights with families
  • Team Collaboration: Support Assistant Teachers and Resource Teachers, fostering a collaborative and positive team environment.
  • Behavior Guidance: Model and implement positive guidance strategies to support social-emotional growth and conflict resolution.
Qualifications:
  • Associate's or Bachelor's Degree, and/or CDA or CCP.
  • Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, families and faculty members
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children
If you’re an energetic, nurturing person looking for a supportive and fun workplace, join us! Our School offers a premium educational experience in state-of-the-art facilities, helping every child become a joyful, confident learner ready for success in school and life. 
Compensation: $20.00 - $23.50 per hour




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.

 

 

About the Company

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The Goddard School

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
COMPANY SIZE
20 to 49 employees
INDUSTRY
Education
WEBSITE
http://www.goddardschool.com/chicago/plainfield-joliet-theodore-street-il#moreFromThisSchool