Job Description

Responsive recruiter

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• Employee discounts
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development
• Competitive salary

No nights or weekends!

Are you passionate about positively impacting children's lives and making a difference in the world of early childhood education? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a supportive and fun workplace? If so, then The Goddard School is the place for you! We offer a premium educational experience and are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life.

We are looking for an Infant co-lead teacher to join our team, located in the Ballantyne area of Charlotte, North Carolina! If you are interested in a career working with young children and helping them reach crucial developmental milestones while having fun doing it, we’d love to discuss your career path with us!

Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School:

• Your well-being is important to us! Our school offers medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, a week's paid vacation between Christmas and New Year's, professional development opportunities throughout the year, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Our school offers CDA credentials and provides tuition reimbursement or a TEACH scholarship. With a TEACH scholarship, you can take online classes to earn your Associate's, Bachelor's, or Master's Degree. We also pride ourselves on promoting from within so you can continue to grow your career with us.
• You will be part of a supportive team! Our directors fully support teachers, including planning or resource time, to be successful in the classroom. We promise to maintain ratios and ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success.
• We recognize our teachers! We have recognition programs that are offered throughout the year.

Our lead teachers are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned classes. Teachers will plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for childcare in a safe environment. Teachers work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service.

What’s it like to be a teacher at our School?

• Feel a sense of accomplishment as you experience the laughter and wonder of children participating in activities you planned
• Observe children’s interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculum.
• Communicate with parents daily, sharing their children’s latest adventures and achievements through various avenues, including mobile apps and personal discussions.
• Engage with other childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• 1-2 years of previous experience in an infant-aged classroom (6 weeks-12 months) preferred
• Current SIDS certification preferred
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty members
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multitasking to ensure smooth school operations
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations. Infant teachers must be able to lift children in and out of cribs daily
• Must be able to remain active throughout the day to engage alongside the children in curriculum activities and outdoor play.
• Ability to supervise children through sight and sound at all times during your shift. Comply with Goddard standards, including Name-to-Face supervision
• Comply with all State, Goddard, and local Health Department regulations to maintain school compliance at all times. Make necessary changes to the classroom when directed to maintain compliance, and notify Admin staff of anything needed for the classroom in terms of compliance (signs, paperwork, etc.)
• Meets NC background check eligibility

About Goddard Schools

As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premier spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington, D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety. We are proudly accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning: A Network of Battelle for Kids.

Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

This Is Your Moment

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.