A Preschool or Childcare Teacher works with young children, usually ages 3 - 5, to help them learn the social, motor and language skills needed to be ready for kindergarten and elementary school. Organizes activities and uses play or games to help children learn; develops schedules and routines for children that include exercise and rest. Works in a school or in a childcare center or program.
Early Childhood Educators The Goddard School- Gaithersburg - 3.1 Gaithersburg, MD Job Details Full-time $20 - $22 an hour 4 days ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Flexible schedule Retirement plan Qualifications Interpersonal skills Bachelor of Science Bachelor's degree Master of Science Early Childhood Education Full Job Description The Goddard Schools in North Bethesda, Gaithersburg, and Silver Spring are looking for the best candidates in the educational field to augment an already award winning group of teachers.
Positions available are:
Preschool Teachers Pre-Kindergarten Teachers Kindergarten Teachers First Grade Teacher Second Grade Teachers Third Grade Teachers Goddard School is the largest private preschool system in the nation. The Goddard School in Gaithersburg, specifically, has been ranked in the top 10% of Goddard Schools nationwide and has been awarded the President's Club Circle of Excellence Award. Our School is accredited by Middle States Association (MSA), the same organization that accredits the University of Maryland, as well as, the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE). In addition, we are rated as a 5-star school by our State's quality rating system, Maryland Excels. We are home to Goddard School Teacher of the Year 2018. This tremendous success is a result of many factors. First, we engage the best teaching and management staff possible and provide them with the tools and training they need to be successful educators and administrators. Second, 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 owners' are on-site and hands-on and ensure that the school takes a personal interest in every teacher, child and family. Finally, our mission is clear and simple, the school strives to develop each child's natural curiosity and creativity in order to provide a foundation to encourage each child's lifelong love of learning. As a top performing School, we have created programs that promote high achieving students, in a hands-on, age-appropriate manner that include: Monthly STEM Units Smart Boards in the classroom Guided Reading Programs Reader's Theater Literacy and Math Assessments to drive instruction Daily Special Enrichment Instruction (PE, Yoga, Spanish, Sign Language, Music, Chess) Summers filled with meaningful learning opportunities, including Special Visitors and Field Trips The Goddard School in Gaithersburg values educators as professionals and as such offers a generous benefit package that includes medical, dental and vision, as well as a 401K company matching savings plan.
REQUIRED EDUCATION
Lead Teachers:
BS in Early Childhood Education (or related field), four-year degree is required. MS in ECE desirable.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE
Lead Teacher:
4-5 years teaching experience in lead teaching position is desired.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
We are open from 7am-6pm and are interested in those individuals with flexible schedules and an interest to work year-round. We are looking for people who truly enjoy and appreciate children ages 6 weeks to 6 years old and have good verbal and written communication skills. There are great opportunities for growth within the school for professional candidates who are looking for a life-time career in teaching and/or administration.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$20.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
