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 Centennial 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.

We are looking for a Pre-Kindergarten Teacher to join our team today. What are you waiting for? Click apply now!

What We Offer:

· Competitive Wages: $18-$24/ hour

· Variety of schedules to meet classroom needs

· Teacher to children ratios followed

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

· 10-minute morning break and a 1-hour lunch break

· Paid major holidays PLUS 10 personal days off per year

· School is closed between Christmas Day and New Year’s Day for an additional paid week off

· 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

· Health, dental, and vision insurance

· 401(k) plus employer matching

· Tuition and certification reimbursement

· Discounted child care

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

Our Pre-K Teacher is 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.

Qualifications

· Associates Degree or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field (preferred)

· Child Development Associate (CDA) OR

· PDIS Early Childhood Professional Credential Version 3.0 Colorado Shines Credential Level II or higher

· 1 year of previous experience

· Has successfully completed state-required pre-service training or willing to obtain

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

· Meets background check eligibility

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.