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.
The Goddard Opportunity Join a premier, accredited faculty at The Goddard School of Jamison. We are a high-level early childhood education center where the curriculum is rooted in play-based discovery and hands-on learning. We are seeking dedicated professionals who are passionate about the science of early development and eager to work in a collaborative environment to join our Pennsylvania Keystone STARS 4 rated school which has earned both National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA) and National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) recognition.
Lead Teacher Qualifications & Education:
Candidates must meet one of the following educational tiers: Tier 1: A Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, or Elementary Education, or the human services field from an accredited college or university Tier 2: 15+ credit hours from an accredited college or university in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or the human services field AND 1 year of professional experience AND Child Development Associate (CDA) Tier 3: 2 years of professional experience working with children AND Child Development Associate (CDA)
Important Note :
Experience must be professional and verifiable.
Lead Teacher Responsibilities:
Curriculum Leadership:
Plan and implement Goddard's play-based curriculum and developmentally appropriate daily lesson plans.
Developmental Support :
Lead intentional learning experiences that promote language, social-emotional development, emerging independence, and age-appropriate self-help skills.
Classroom Management:
Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and stimulating classroom while establishing consistent routines, guiding children's behavior, and ensuring active supervision throughout the day.
Observation & Collaboration:
Observe and document each child's development, use those observations to individualize learning, and collaborate with faculty and school leadership to support each child's success.
Classroom Leadership:
Direct daily classroom activities, communicate expectations, delegate responsibilities, and provide guidance to Assistant Teachers and Teacher's Aides.
Professionalism:
Build meaningful, professional relationships with families through respectful, clear, and timely communication regarding children's experiences, development, and classroom activities.
Job Requirements:
Must be at least 18 years of age with a high school diploma or GED (minimum). Eligible to obtain and maintain all required Pennsylvania child care background eligibility and health assessment documentation. A "growth mindset"—willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.
Preschool Assistant Teacher Benefits:
Competitive Salary (Commensurate with education and experience)
Paid Time Off:
Earned Personal Time Off and Paid Holidays.
Financial Future:
Retirement Savings Plan (SIMPLE IRA) with Employer Match .
Professional Growth:
Paid professional development, education, and specialized training.
Perks:
Childcare tuition discounts and no night/weekend shifts.
Schedule:
Monday - Friday (No nights or weekends) Flexible shifts available between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM Full-time The Goddard School of Jamison is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, ancestry, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression), disability, genetic information, GED status, or any other status protected by law.
