Overview
We are seeking a dedicated and passionate Preschool Teacher to join our early childhood education team. At The Goddard School of Nashville Yards, we believe in creating an inspired early learning environment where children experience JOY as they explore and discover the world around them. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children, fostering their social, emotional, and cognitive development. This role involves engaging with children through play-based learning, implementing educational activities, and ensuring the overall welfare of each child in the classroom.
Duties
- Develop and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that promote learning in various domains including language, math, science, and physical education.
- Manage classroom activities effectively to create a positive learning environment.
- Assess and monitor children's progress through standardized testing and informal evaluations.
- Communicate regularly with parents regarding their child's development and classroom activities.
- Provide care for toddlers, ensuring their safety and well-being throughout the school day.
- Foster a love for learning by incorporating play-based methods into daily routines.
- Collaborate with colleagues to enhance the educational experience for all students.
- Maintain a clean and organized classroom that promotes exploration and creativity.
Qualifications
- High School Diploma required (Associate’s/Bachelor's degree or above preferred)
- Experience in preschool teaching or child care settings is highly desirable.
- Strong understanding of childhood development principles and practices.
- Excellent classroom management skills to maintain an orderly environment conducive to learning.
- Ability to communicate effectively with children, parents, and staff members.
- Knowledge of child welfare practices to ensure a safe learning environment.
- Skills in providing individualized support to children as needed.
- Capacity to learn and implement the Goddard curriculum.
- Ability to change diapers, and/or assist with toileting needs (where necessary)
What We Offer:
- Salary: $18.00+ per hour (based on experience)
- Veteran teachers with early childhood experience may qualify for higher pay tiers.
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Three weeks off paid per year + paid holidays
- Referral Program
- 8 -hour shift
- Tuition reimbursement
- Industry leading health and safety protocols
- Staff childcare discount
- Consistent observation, feedback, and support for teacher development
- Professional development
- 30+ years of The Goddard School’s industry leading systems and expertise
- State of the art secure entry and parent communication technologies
- Career advancement opportunities with our ownership group's Goddard campuses throughout the Nashville area.
We invite enthusiastic individuals who are committed to nurturing young minds to apply for this rewarding position as a Preschool Teacher.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Ability to Commute:
- Nashville, TN 37203 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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.