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Job Overview

The Goddard School, a non-denominational early childhood education center, is seeking a reliable, experienced, and energetic Assistant Teacher/Floater for our Round Lake, IL location.

Prospects will be selected based on their ability to engage children up to 12 years of age in a safe, nurturing and loving manner. Both part-time and full-time applicants will be considered.

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment
• Implement weekly lesson plans based on Goddard’s Developmental Guidelines and monthly school themes
• Advance children’s physical and intellectual competence while supporting each child’s social and emotional development, and individual needs
• Establish positive and effective family relations through interactive parent communication
• Appropriate and professional communication with fellow staff and management, cultivating a healthy and functional working environment that fosters teamwork
• Participate in regular staff meetings and training sessions
• Ensure compliance with Goddard’s Industry leading Quality Assurance standards

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, Psychology or related field OR proof of current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Associate's or CDA Credentialing Program
• Prior classroom experience at a childcare center or preschool
• Strong work ethic and communication skills
• Positive attitude and inherent love for young children
• Ability to lift and carry children and other items weighing up to 50 pounds

• $12.00/hr - $14.00/hr
• $250 sign on bonus
• On the job training
• Child Care discounts

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.