The Goddard School, an early childhood education center, located in Plainfield, IL is currently seeking Lead teachers for our Infant & Toddler Early Childhood classrooms. Voted the North Shore’s Best from 2009 - 2022, The Goddard School is a renowned program with a play-based foundation that continues to set the standard for excellence. We know that our teachers are what make our program come to life and that is why we hire loving and dedicated professionals who understand each child's needs. Our highly qualified childhood educators are provided creative liberties to create unique lesson plans that are brought to life in a fun and imaginative way. $1000 Sign-On BONUS!

This School Offers

• Competitive Compensation
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Childcare Benefits - 85% OFF tuition!
• Medical Insurance
• Professional Development
• Staff Outings

General Qualifications

A Lead Teacher must meet the qualifications of Illinois and the following qualifications:

• the ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy;
• the ability to interact closely with children at their level;
• the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents;
• the ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies; and
• the ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.

Educational Qualifications

• A CDA or
• Some college credits in any field with a commitment to enroll in and complete 6 hours of online or in-person courses in Early Childhood Education within a Year of Employment at Goddard (We can pay for this!) or
• 1 year of experience in a Licensed Early Childhood Center or
• A Bachelor's degree in an early childhood field.

Lead Teacher Responsibilities

A Lead Teacher’s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
• Develop an appropriate classroom management system to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom
• Promote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack times
• Ensure that children are always within state ratio requirements
• Adapt the program to meet the individual needs of each child
• Create a multi-cultural learning environment
• Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to engage children in learning
• Interact with the children to support play, exploration, and learning
• Encourage creativity through art, music, dramatic play, and blocks
• Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance
• Plan and implement activities that develop children’s self-esteem, social skills
• Respect cultural and ethnic diversity
• Establish positive and effective family relations
• Maintain a portfolio for each child
• Develop lesson plans
• Use assessment tools (e.g., Progress Reports, Children’s Progress)
• Attend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences, and professional growth opportunities

Job Type: Full-time

Experience: 1 Year Required

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Employee childcare discount of 85%
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• $1000 Signing Bonus
• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: One location

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person