Highlights
In this pivotal role, you will serve as a leader and mentor, guiding a team of educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences for young children. Familiarity with working with children of different ages, including toddlers and preschoolers, in daycare or private school environments.
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Chicago, Illinois |
| Industry | Education |
| Company Size | 20 to 49 employees |
| Website | http://www.goddardschool.com/chicago/plainfield-joliet-theodore-street-il#moreFromThisSchool |
Description
Responsive recruiter
Benefits:
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Retirement Plan
- Relocation Assistance
- Referral Program
- Professional Development Assistance
- Employee Assistance Program
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Pay: From $41,000.00 per year
Job description:
Overview
At The Goddard School, we are seeking a passionate and dynamic Lead Master Teacher to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this pivotal role, you will serve as a leader and mentor, guiding a team of educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences for young children. Your expertise in curriculum development, classroom management, and childhood development will help foster a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence early education practices, promote literacy and social-emotional growth, and support the holistic development of children from infancy through preschool age.
At The Goddard School, we are seeking a passionate and dynamic Lead Master Teacher to join our vibrant early childhood education team. In this pivotal role, you will serve as a leader and mentor, guiding a team of educators to deliver exceptional learning experiences for young children. Your expertise in curriculum development, classroom management, and childhood development will help foster a nurturing environment where every child can thrive. This position offers an exciting opportunity to influence early education practices, promote literacy and social-emotional growth, and support the holistic development of children from infancy through preschool age.
Responsibilities
- Lead the planning and implementation of engaging, developmentally appropriate lessons aligned with early childhood education standards, including Montessori and other pedagogies.
- Mentor and support teaching staff by providing guidance on classroom management, behavior management, lesson planning, and effective teaching strategies.
- Oversee classroom environments to ensure safety, cleanliness, and stimulating learning spaces that promote curiosity and exploration.
- Collaborate with families to communicate children's progress, address individual needs, and foster strong partnerships centered on child welfare.
- Facilitate ongoing professional development sessions focused on curriculum development, special education techniques, early intervention strategies, and literacy education.
- Monitor classroom activities to ensure compliance with licensing regulations, standardized testing protocols, and childcare best practices.
- Support inclusive education practices by working with children with diverse needs, including those requiring special education or early intervention services.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in early childhood education or preschool settings, with a strong background in classroom management and lesson planning.
- Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development across various educational areas such as math, literacy, physical education, and Montessori methods.
- Familiarity with working with children of different ages, including toddlers and preschoolers, in daycare or private school environments.
- Knowledge of childhood development principles, behavior management techniques, and child welfare policies.
- Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues, families, and community partners.
- Experience working with children requiring special education or early intervention services is highly desirable.
- Certification or training in early childhood education or related fields is preferred; Bachelors degree is preferred.
- Join us as a Lead Master Teacher to inspire young learners daily while shaping the future of early childhood education! We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where your skills make a meaningful impact on children's lives while supporting your professional growth every step of the way.
Work Location: In person
Compensation: $41,000.00 per year
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.
About Company
The Goddard School provides the foundation to encourage a child's lifelong love of learning .In our warm, caring atmosphere, dedicated teachers support the development of children from 6 weeks to 8 years old. Our year round program offers families the choice of either half day or full day schedule.
We are delighted to be the on-site owners of The Goddard School on Theodore Street in Plainfield. We welcome the opportunity for you to join our team by providing the best educational child care for children. Our play-based curriculum taught by our wonderful degreed teachers in a nurturing learning environment, is tailored to meet the social, intellectual, physical and emotional needs of each individual child. We are not a daycare, but rather a preschool with purpose.
Rundy and Karen Wells
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