Preschool & Pre-K Teachers (3 or 4 year old's)

At The Goddard School located in Westerville (Polaris), 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. We have ample PPE supplies on hand, a hospital-grade disinfecting system, daily professional cleaning and additional employees who regularly disinfect and sanitize high-touch areas throughout the day. We are going above and beyond to make sure everyone is healthy and safe in our School. 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
Paid holidays PLUS paid time off (PTO) days per year for full-time employees
School is closed between Christmas Eve Day and New Year’s Day
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
401(k) plus employer matching
CDA Tuition reimbursement
Discounted childcare
Continued focus on your professional development – our Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs)

Our early childhood 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 hear the laughter and experience the 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 early childhood professionals and continue to grow in your profession

Qualifications:

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field or Child Development Associate (CDA) required for Lead Teaching positions, High school diploma required for Asst Teaching positions.
Previous experience preferred
Meets background check eligibility
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

About Goddard Schools

The Goddard School located in located in Westerville (Polaris) has been open for 21 years and has 147 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 530 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.
Your health and safety is our top concern. We have implemented stringent COVID-19 health and safety procedures, including the following:

School entry is limited to personnel and enrolled children only. Parents drop students off at the door
Schools are deep cleaned daily
Personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided
Health screening of faculty and children in attendance is conducted daily
Handwashing and sanitation procedures have been adapted to meet applicable CDC recommendations

About The Goddard School (Polaris)

The Goddard School® is a renowned program with a Piaget (Learning through Play) based foundation and a leader in the franchised preschool industry which is growing and 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 are highly qualified childhood educators who are able to 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 fun and energetic Infant through Kindergarten Lead and Assistant Teachers for our school.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Paid time off
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance

Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Education:

High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Required)

Work Location: In person

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