Lead Teacher Opportunity At The Goddard School

The Goddard School is seeking a lead teacher in our 2-year-old program at our StuyTown location. At The Goddard School, we understand it all begins with ensuring our faculty are happy and enjoy coming to work. Our teachers are our First Priority. The Owner and administration are very hands on and treats faculty like family! We are seeking kind, compassionate, reliable and professional lead teachers who want to work for a prestigious school and looking for a fun place to work where they are appreciated!

This brand new, state-of-the-art preschool facility has:

• 15 classrooms
• All classrooms equipped with phones, Apple iPad's & Bluetooth speakers
• Fully stocked supplies room including arts & crafts
• On site indoor gym and private outdoor play spaces in StuyTown
• Face recognition for school entry

As an employee, you will receive the following benefits:

• Twenty-Seven (27) paid personal days per year as follows:
• Ten (10) paid personal days per calendar year
• Five (5) paid personal days between Christmas and New Year's Day when the school is closed
• Seven (7) paid holidays per calendar year.
• Five (5) sick days per year (available to all employees, accrual starts with no waiting period)
• Up to 100% tuition reimbursement subject to performance and commitment to work for a specified period.
• Employer will offer and pay for health insurance cost including dental and vision insurance making insurance extremely affordable to employees.
• Employer will match up to 3% of your contributions to the 401K plan (Employer will deposit extra money into your 401K for your retirement!!)
• Employees will be eligible for annual performance based pay increases

Qualifications:

A lead teacher must have one of the following qualifications: (1) Baccalaureate degree and State certification. A baccalaureate degree in early childhood education or a related field of study approved by the Department and valid certification issued by the State Education Department, pursuant to 8 NYCRR 80 or successor rule; or (2) Baccalaureate degree and experience. A baccalaureate degree in early childhood education or a related field of study approved by the Department and two years of supervised and documented relevant experience in a pre-school program if currently employed in a permitted child care program; or (3) Study plan. The person has proposed a plan for meeting the requirements of paragraph (1) or (2) of this subdivision within seven years, and has obtained approval of this plan by an accredited college. A person who is eligible pursuant to a study plan shall submit documentation to the Department indicating proof of enrollment in such college and specifying the time, not to exceed seven years, required for completion of the study plan.

Teacher Responsibilities:

• Create and implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans
• Working with the classroom assistant teachers to implement planned activities
• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting each child's social and emotional development
• Establishing positive and effective family relations and communication
• Maintaining routine and structure in the classroom

Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

This Is Your Moment

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.