The Goddard School in Cave Creek, is an early childhood education school and offers a renowned program with a Piaget (play-based learning) foundation. The focus of our program is to provide a life-long love of learning. Due to our growing enrollment, we are in need of highly qualified childhood educators who are able to use their creativity and the Goddard Developmental Guidelines as the basis for unique lesson plans, brought to life in a fun and imaginative way. Here at the Goddard School we strive to foster a positive, supportive and communicative environment where all of our teachers and students have the opportunity to grow to their fullest potential. Our teachers support this goal by continuously providing a nurturing, safe, and supportive space for their children to explore the world around them through all outlets.

If you would like to know a bit more about this opportunity, or are considering applying, then please read the following job information.

*DAILY RESPONSIBILITIES* All teachers work together on the following:

~ Developing and implementing lesson plans

~ Designing an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom

~ Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills

~ Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow faculty

~ Meeting Goddard Quality Assurance and Arizona state requirements

~ Resource Teachers will assist in various classrooms

*JOB REQUIREMENTS* *Teacher Qualifications*

\* Prior classroom experience (Infant, Toddler or Preschool)

\* Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices

\* Strong written and communication skills

\* Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds

*For consideration in this position, you must have: *

1) Minimum of 6 months working experience in a large center environment

2) Have a current TB clearance prior to employment

3) Valid fingerprint clearance card

4) Food Handlers is a plus

5) CPR and First Aid Certified is a plus

*The Goddard School offers these benefits based on experience and education: *

~Competitive Compensation

~Professional Development

~Beautiful Facility

~Curricular Resource Program

~Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Sick Leave, Health benefits and preschool/child care discounts

~401(k) Plan

~Paid time outside of the classroom every week for our teachers to be able to focus their time solely on creating a lesson plan that supports all students in their classroom.

~ Each classroom is also given a monthly budget of $50 to order/purchase items for that months lesson plans and the classroom.

~ Our Director’s set aside time to meet with each teacher individually and create a growth plan that will help support your career goals and aspirations whether they are within or outside of our school. Each teacher’s growth plan will be supported with regular follow up from the leadership team, training opportunities, and mentorship from either the directors or fellow co-teachers.

The Goddard School Cave Creek has been open since August 2009 and most of our amazing core staff of teachers and directors have been helping our local children for over 14 years.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $17.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits: * 401(k) * 401(k) matching * Dental insurance * Employee discount * Flexible schedule * Health insurance * Health savings account * Life insurance * Paid time off * Referral program * Retirement plan * Vision insurance Schedule: * 8 hour shift * Day shift * Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person