Teacher

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!