Infant Lead Teacher- Top Goddard School in NJ

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 A lead teacher must meet the 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. 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
• Perform major cleaning during times when children are not present
• 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 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

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$20.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance

Education:

Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

Childcare:

1 year (Required)

Work Location:

In person