Kitchen Support/Assistant Teacher, Glen Echo

Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School® is a renowned program with a Piaget (Learning through Play) based foundation and a leader in the franchised preschool industry which is growing and continues to set the standard for excellence. The focus of the program is to provide a life-long love of learning. Our staff is made of loving and dedicated teachers who understand each child's needs. They are highly qualified childhood educators who can use their creativity and the Goddard Developmental Guidelines as the basis for unique lesson plans that are brought to life in a fun and imaginative way.We are looking for fun and energetic Assistant Teachers for our school. This position is also responsible for: Preparing morning and afternoon snack Ensuring kitchen is in compliance with Goddard's industry-leading Quality Assurance standards Assisting classroom teachers Daily responsibilities include:Meeting the individual needs of the children Parent communication Participation in staff and training meetings Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level Communicating appropriately and professionally with parents and fellow staffBuilding teamwork Committing to continuing education For immediate consideration please apply now! Job requirements include: Available between 8:00am and 5:00pm Minimum of MSDE-OCS Teacher requirements (45- 90 hour training) preferred Prior classroom experience Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practicesStrong written and communication skills The Goddard School offers competitive compensation and benefits based on experience, education and certifications and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide outstanding opportunities including: Competitive salary Paid vacation Sick days Holidays Medical insurance