Teacher

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Overview

The Goddard School in Albany is currently hiring loving, nurturing teachers for our school. We have children ages 6 weeks old through 5 years old. We are looking for teachers who enjoy being around children and encourage children to learn and grow. Our teachers are committed to our children and work as a team to provide the best possible care for our families. The Goddard School in Albany encompasses a learning through play philosophy.

Benefits

· Health Insurance

· Childcare benefit

· Paid Time Off

· 401K

· Professional development assistance

· Paid Holidays

· Paid Winter Break (week between Christmas and New Years)

· Company Paid Workers Compensation

Responsibilities

· Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment

· Create and implement fun and engaging plans with the guidance of the Program Coordinator

· Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance

· Establish an effective classroom, responsive to each child’s needs

· Adhere to all NYS regulations and Goddard School policies and procedures

General Qualifications and Skills:

· The ability to understand and support the education program using a “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)

· Associate degree or higher in Early Childhood, Child Development or related field preferred

· Strong verbal and written communication skills

· Ability to work as part of a team and take directions

· Ability to multi-task

· Candidate must be flexible and able to respond to change as needed

· Candidate must be passionate about working with children and bring a positive attitude each and every day!