The Goddard School Hiring for Preschool Teacher Full Time

About us

The Goddard School located in Suwanee has been open since 2007 and has 144 children under our care. As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for over 30 years, we are the premier preschool for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 560 franchised Schools with more than 70,000 students in 38 states. The Goddard School uses the most current academically endorsed methods to ensure children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident, and joyful learners

· The Goddard School located in Suwanee annually supports local and national charities as part of the Goddard Gives Back initiative. When you join The Goddard School, you join our School family in making a difference in the lives of our students and in our community

· Our teachers love working with us. Over 40% of our teachers have been with us for 3 years or more

Are you passionate about positively impacting children’s lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that’s supportive and fun? If so, then The Goddard School is the place for you! Our School is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life.

Apply today and see for yourself what it’s like to work for an employer who knows the heart of our School is our faculty members. YOU are a driving force of our culture and you’ll notice the difference right away.

What We Offer

· Salary range: $12-$18

· Low teacher to children ratios followed

· Full support from our directors and resources to be successful in the classroom

· Paid holidays PLUS additional paid time off

· School is closed between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day (Paid Vacation)

· Your health and safety is our priority! We have protocols more stringent than state requirements to ensure the safety of all our faculty and students

· Competitive compensation

· Health, dental, and vision insurance

· Discounted child care

· Continued focus on your professional development – our Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

· Plus, we’ll assist you in obtaining your CDA credential!

Our preschool teachers are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned classes. Teachers will plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for children in a safe environment and work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.

What’s it like to be a teacher at our School?

· Feel comfortable and safe working in our clean, state-of-the-art facilities with strict health and safety guidelines

· Feel a sense of accomplishment as you experience the laughter and wonder of children participating in activities you planned

· Observe children’s interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculum

· Communicate with parents daily, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through a variety of avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions

· Engage with other child care professionals and continue to grow in your profession

Qualifications

· Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

· Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred

· 2 years of previous experience preferred

· Has knowledge of childcare programming, safety and emergency first-aid procedures, program management and customer service principles

· Develops relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty members

· Works productively without supervision within established organizational policies and procedures

· Is highly motivated and takes direction well with excellent interpersonal and communication skills

· Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working in teams

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills with outstanding ability to listen and follow-up on issues constructively

· Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations

· Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $12.00 – $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Indian Trail, NC 28079: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 1 year (Preferred)
• Childcare: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: One location