Toddler Teacher-Preschool

Company: The Goddard School of Georgetown
Location: Georgetown
Posted on: May 12, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Job description We need the best and brightest teachers to educate our students, helping them become school-ready, career-ready, and life-ready. We are hiring Teachers at the Entry-level and Lead Teacher levels. We recognize talent and hard work and offer professional growth opportunities from within. Educational Qualifications Graduates Minimum High School General Qualifications The teacher must meet the Texas State qualifications in addition to the following qualifications: the ability to understand and support the education program using the ---learning through play--- philosophy. the ability to interact closely with children at their level. the ability to keep children within sight and sound supervision at all times. the ability to change children---s diapers and/or assist in toileting (where necessary). the ability to understand and comply with the franchisee---s employment policies. the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children, and parents. the ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies; and the ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare. Responsibilities Teacher---s responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following: Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment Design an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom Develop an appropriate classroom management system to support the goals and developmental level of the children in the classroom Ensure that classroom equipment is in good repair Understand and implement The Goddard School emergency procedure(s) Promote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack times Ensure that children are always within state ratio requirements Perform minor cleaning responsibilities (e.g., spills) immediately Post a classroom schedule that meets the needs of the children and includes a routine and learning opportunities Post and adhere to all GSI Health and Safety policies and procedures Advance children---s physical and intellectual competence Adapt the program to meet the individual needs of each child Create a multi-cultural learning environment Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities to engage children in learning Interact with the children to support play, exploration, and learning Encourage children to talk with each other and with the faculty Present age and developmentally appropriate expectations for all children Create a print-rich environment in order for children to learn about books, literature, and writing. Encourage creativity through art, music, dramatic play, and blocks Provide a reasonable balance between teacher-directed and child-directed activities Provide opportunities for both active and quiet play Integrate GSI-approved resources (including Enrichment Programs) into lesson plans Support each child---s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance Understand and adhere to the GSI Behavior Policy Plan and implement activities to develop children---s self-esteem and social skills Plan and implement activities to enable children---s feeling of security Encourage empathetic and respectful feelings for others, as well as the environment, through positive modeling Respect cultural and ethnic diversity Establish positive and effective family relations Communicate, in a professional manner, with families and faculty Encourage families to become an integral part of their children---s learning experiences Provide opportunities (e.g., conferences) in which families are made to feel a part of their children---s learning experiences Prepare a Daily Activity Report for each child Maintain a portfolio for each child Maintain the classroom Parent Board Ensure an effective program, responsive to children---s needs Assess supplies and materials needed to implement activities Build teamwork Develop lesson plans Manage classrooms according to GSI QA Standards Perform child observations and document in their portfolios Use assessment tools (e.g., Progress Reports, Children---s Progress) Maintain professional commitment Promote ---learning through play--- philosophy and educational objectives Support a code of ethical conduct Pursue professional development/continuing education Attend faculty meetings, in-service days, conferences, and professional growth opportunities An offer of employment may be made contingent on the following: Clear background check. Benefits Include: Paid Holidays Employee Referral Bonus Student Referral Bonus Training Programs Childcare Discount Company Description The Goddard School located in Georgetown (Williams Drive) is seeking fun, passionate, creative, and loving Preschool and Toddler Teachers for 18 months to 6-year-old children to add to our wonderful staff We are dedicated to establishing a life-long joy of learning and would love to have you join our team The Goddard School is a renowned program for children 6 weeks to 6 years with a Piaget based foundation. We continue to set the standard for excellence by engaging the best educators possible and providing them with the tools they need to be successful. We create an environment where teachers support the nurturing and learning every child needs. We hire teachers that truly celebrate the milestones that occur in early childhood. The owner and the directors are on-site and hands-on and ensure that the school takes a personal interest in every teacher, child, and family. Our mission is to develop each child's natural curiosity and creativity in order to provide a foundation to encourage each child's lifelong love of learning.

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