What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Toddler Teacher position at The Goddard School of Danbury?
The Goddard School® is a renowned program with a Piaget (Learning through Play) based foundation which continues to set the standard for excellence. The focus of the program is to provide a life-long love of learning. Our staff is made of loving and dedicated teachers who understand each child’s needs. They use their creativity and the Goddard Developmental Guidelines as the basis for unique lesson plans that are brought to life in a fun and imaginative way.
We are looking for a fun, energetic, dependable, detail oriented, professional early childhood educators to join our team.
Daily Responsibilities
Our Lead and Assistant Teachers work together on:
- Developing lesson plans.
- Meet the individual needs of the children.
- Parent communication.
- Participation in staff and training meetings.
- Designing an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom.
- Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning.
- Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child’s age and developmental level.
- Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
- Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff.
- Building teamwork.
- Using assessment tools.
- Committing to continuing education.
- Maintain neat and organized classrooms
Details
The Goddard School offers competitive compensation and benefits based on experience, education and certifications and is an Equal Opportunity Employer
We provide outstanding opportunities including:
- Competitive 12 month / 35-40 hour per week hourly rate position
- PTO
- Health Insurance for qualifying employees
- Continuing Education
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
Experience:
- Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
- Childcare: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Vacation & Paid Time Off, Professional Development, Paid HolidaysSalary : $20 - $22