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The Goddard School in Hillsboro
Lead Infant and Toddler Teacher
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What they do
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.
$43,107 / year median in Oregon
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Lead Infant and Toddler Teacher The Goddard School in Hillsboro - 3.1 Hillsboro, OR Job Details Full-time $18 - $24 an hour 1 day ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Qualifications Hygiene practices (early childhood general education) Classroom active supervision School crisis management Toileting assistance Safety regulations Emergency plan implementation for disaster response Early childhood education Play-based instruction Bachelor's degree Diaper changing Child safety supervision Child emergency evacuation Parent communication in school administration Classroom responsibilities management School policy and procedure enforcement Teaching experience with young children Collaborative teaching Full Job Description Infant Lead Teacher Overview A lead teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. Additionally a lead teacher is responsible to work together with an assistant teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty. General Qualifications A lead teacher must meet the qualifications of his/her state and the following qualifications: the ability to understand and support the education program using "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. An offer of employment may be made contingent on the following: [A current physical examination by a physician, including a current tuberculin test or chest x-ray;] [may or may not be required by state regulations and/or by franchisee] An approved criminal record check as required by state regulations. Lead Teacher Responsibilities A lead 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 and adhere to all GSI Health and Safety policies and procedures Advance children's physical and intellectual competence