Lead Preschool Teacher

Location & Position

Location:

1700 Montgomery St Suite 100, San Francisco, CA 94111. Position:
Lead Teacher at The Goddard School®.

• No nights and weekends
• Childcare discounts
• Recognition programs
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Tuition reimbursement
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

A lead teacher at The Goddard School is responsible for establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. Additionally, a lead teacher works together with an Assistant Teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

• California state qualifications and the following:
  • The ability to understand and support the education program using “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).
  • The ability to understand and comply with the franchisee’s employment policies.
  • The ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents.
  • The ability to handle crisis situations, including assisting in evacuating the building during emergencies.
  • The ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare.

• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development.
• A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8.
• An associate degree or higher in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development or a related field.
• An associate degree or higher in a related field, including 18 semester hours of completed coursework related to young children birth to age 8.
• A current CDA or Early Childhood Teaching Credential.
• Proof of current and active enrollment in a CDA Credentialing Program.
• Proof of current and active enrollment in an accredited Associate’s or bachelor’s degree program in Early Childhood Education or a related field.
• 12 ECE units including the core classes to qualify for a teacher position or 9 ECE units including the core classes and being enrolled in a three-unit ECE course to qualify to a teacher/assistant teacher position.

• Design an appropriate room arrangement to support the goals and developmental level of the children.
• Develop a classroom management system.
• Ensure classroom equipment is in good repair.
• Understand and implement The Goddard School® emergency procedures.
• Promote healthy eating practices at lunch and snack times.
• Ensure children are always within state ratio requirements.
• Perform minor cleaning responsibilities immediately and major cleaning when children are not present.
• Post a classroom schedule that incorporates routine and learning opportunities.
• Post and adhere to all GSI Health and Safety policies and procedures.

• Adapt program to meet the individual needs of each child.
• Create a multicultural learning environment.
• Provide a variety of developmentally appropriate activities.
• Interact with children to support play, exploration and learning.
• Encourage children to talk with each other and faculty.
• Present age‑ and developmentally‑appropriate expectations.
• Create a print‑rich environment for learning about books, literature and writing.
• Encourage creativity through art, music, dramatic play, and blocks.
• Balance teacher‑directed and child‑directed activities.
• Provide opportunities for active and quiet play.
• Integrate GSI‑approved resources and enrichment programs into lesson plans.

• Understand and adhere to the GSI Behavior Policy.
• Plan and implement activities for self‑esteem and social skills development.
• Plan activities to enhance feelings of security.
• Encourage empathy and respect toward…