Job description

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.

At The Goddard School located in St. Charles, MO, we take your well-being and the well-being of those we educate and care for seriously and have put several measures in place to make our environment the safest it can be. At Goddard, teacher safety – your safety – is a priority.

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

· Teacher to children ratios followed

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

· 1-hour lunch break for full-time employees

· Start with 5 PTO days, and paid Christmas break for all employees over 90 days

· School is closed between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day

· Competitive compensation

· Health, dental, and vision insurance

· Discounted childcare

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

· Plus, we’ll pay for 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 childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession

Qualifications

· 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 an 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. Infant and Young Toddler Teachers must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib

· Meets background check and fingerprinting eligibility.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $14.00 per hour

Benefits:

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

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Saint Charles, MO 63303: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

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