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The Goddard School

Infant Lead Teacher / Director Designee

The Goddard School, New Lenox, Illinois, United States, 60451


Benefits:

Holiday Pay

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

The Goddard School located in Mokena is looking for a motivated, self-starter for an Lead Teacher / Director Designee position at our School. The ideal candidate must have strong leadership skills, excellent communication skills, and a good understanding of a developmentally appropriate learning program for young children. In addition, the ideal candidate will possess the ability to motivate and inspire others.

In The Goddard School's unique and flexible learning environment, child development is about more than just reaching milestones. It’s about turning everyday encounters into teachable moments, allowing children’s interests to influence their learning experiences through a balance of academic, mental, physical, and social-emotional growth.

A leader in the franchised premium preschool industry, The Goddard School uses a professional approach to provide the highest standard of health and safety, to develop a lifelong love of learning. The Goddard School faculty is made of caring and dedicated teachers who understand each child’s needs. The faculty members are highly qualified, early childhood educators who use their creativity and the state-specific learning outcomes as the basis for unique lesson plans brought to life in a fun and imaginative way.

The lead teacher / director designee's responsibilities include the following:Developing strong relationships with our families

Complying with Goddard's quality standards

Projecting a positive and upbeat attitude while working in a fast-paced environment

Demonstrating highly effective organizational, time management, and multitasking skills

Having a genuine love for children and a strong commitment to education

Lesson planning

Guiding Assistant Teachers in classrooms

What We Offer:Competitive pay based on experience

Bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits may include health, dental, and vision insurance, and paid time off (PTO)

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

State-of-the-Art facilities

Resource programs

Affiliation with leaders in the early childhood education industry

Qualifications :Associates of Arts or Science Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Education, or a related field

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

An inspirational leader and team builder

Proactive about building relationships with new families and maintaining high enrollment to make sure the students have access to the best curriculum available

Organized and able to multitask, strategically resolves challenges, and has a great attitude

Commitment to professional development and continuous improvement

About Goddard Schools

As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety. We are proudly accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning: A Network of Battelle for Kids.

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