The Goddard School of Rockville is currently hiring!
We are looking for a passionate, dedicated, and creative early education professional to join our team. Are you looking for a supportive, friendly, fun-filled environment where you can help shape the hearts and minds of young children? Would you like to be part of a world class organization recognized as an industry leader nationally? How about working in a spectacular facility with lots of play space and extra amenities? Would you like the support of terrific directors and owner on site? We offer a highly competitive starting salary with healthcare, dental and vision plans, a retirement savings plan with contribution matching funds, and many other additional benefits.
Duties include:
- Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills.
- Presenting developmentally appropriate educational expectations
- Meeting the individual needs of the children
- Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning.
- Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staff
- Participation in staff and training meetings
Teacher Qualifications:
- Minimum of MSDE-OCC Teacher requirements (90-hour training)
- Bachelor's degree in education is preferred.
- Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
- Strong written and communication skills
- Prior classroom experience in early childhood education is preferred.
Starting Salary range is $18+ per hour based on experience, education and certifications.
Additional benefits include:
- Paid time off for vacation, illness, or any personal reason
- Additional paid vacation days for holidays and winter break
- Healthcare, dental and vision plans
- Additional coverage is included.
- Accident
- Critical illness
- Hospital stay.
- Disability
- Whole life
- Tuition reimbursement for college level courses
- Childcare discounts
- Access to online continuing education courses for credit
The Goddard School of Rockville is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Expected hours: 40 per week.
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
- Teacher Anniversaries
- Teacher Referral Bonus
- $750.00 Sign on Bonus
Schedule:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Rockville, MD 20850: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:
- Associate or bachelor (Preferred)
Experience:
- Early Childhood Education: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CPR Certification (Preferred)
- Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)
- 90 Hour Training Certificate (Preferred)
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.
