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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Employee discounts
- Paid time off
- Training & development
Full-Time Toddler Teacher
The Goddard School® of Monroe, CT
The Goddard School of Monroe is seeking a nurturing, energetic, and dedicated Full-Time Toddler Teacher to join our team. The ideal candidate is passionate about early childhood education, creates a safe and engaging learning environment, and enjoys helping young children learn and grow through play-based experiences.
Position Summary:
As a Toddler Teacher, you will be responsible for planning and implementing age-appropriate activities, fostering positive relationships with children and families, and maintaining a safe, nurturing classroom environment. You will work collaboratively with fellow teachers and school leadership to support the development of children ages 18 months to 3 years.
Responsibilities:
- Create and maintain a safe, healthy, and positive classroom environment.
- Implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily lesson plans using the Wonder of Learning.
- Support children's cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
- Observe and assess children's progress and communicate with families regularly.
- Build positive relationships with children, parents, and fellow team members.
- Maintain classroom organization, cleanliness, and compliance with licensing regulations.
- Supervise children at all times, including during indoor and outdoor activities.
- Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment that encourages exploration and independence.
- Attend staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities as required.
Qualifications:
- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
- CDA, Associate's Degree, Bachelor's Degree, or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.
- Previous experience working with toddlers in a licensed childcare center, preschool, or early learning environment preferred.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
- Must be reliable, dependable, and passionate about working with young children.
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred or willingness to obtain certification.
Schedule Requirements:
This is a full-time position. Candidates must be available to work our rotating schedule, which includes opening, mid-day, and closing shifts as assigned. Flexibility and reliability are essential to meet the needs of the school and our families.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift, carry, and move up to 40 pounds.
- Ability to sit on the floor, bend, squat, kneel, and actively engage with children throughout the day.
- Ability to supervise children both indoors and outdoors.
Benefits:
- Competitive pay based on education and experience
- Paid time off
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for career growth within The Goddard School
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of young children and want to be part of a positive, professional early childhood education team, we encourage you to apply today.
The Goddard School of Monroe is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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 | Monroe, Connecticut |
| 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
- CPR Certificationunmatched
- Child Developmentunmatched
- Childcareunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Early Childhood Educationunmatched
- First Aidunmatched
- High School Diplomaunmatched
- Leadershipunmatched
- Lesson Plansunmatched
- Licensing Complianceunmatched
- Lift/Move 40 Poundsunmatched
- Organizational Skillsunmatched
- Regulatory Complianceunmatched
- Staff Trainingunmatched
- Team Playerunmatched
- Training/Teachingunmatched
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