Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Professional development opportunities
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Job Title: Daycare Music, Dance, and Theatre Teacher Location: Chicago(South Loop), IL 60616
Age range of Children to handle : 0 -5 years old
Experience : 3+ years
Timings : 7 AM to 6 PM (Flexible hours)
About Us: At The Goddard School of South Loop, we are committed to providing a nurturing environment where children can explore and develop their creative talents. We offer a variety of enrichment programs to complement our high-quality childcare services, including music, dance, and theatre classes designed to foster creativity, confidence, and social skills.
Job Summary: We are seeking a passionate and energetic Music, Dance, and Theatre Teacher to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have experience working with young children and a strong background in performing arts. This role involves creating and implementing engaging curriculum for children aged [specific age range, e.g., 2-5 years old] to introduce them to the joy of music, dance, and theatre in a fun and supportive environment.
Key Responsibilities: - Curriculum Development: Design and implement age-appropriate lesson plans for music, dance, and theatre activities. Tailor lessons to meet the developmental needs and interests of each age group.
- Instruction: Teach and lead daily classes, including music, dance, and theatre sessions. Utilize various teaching methods to cater to diverse learning styles and ensure active participation.
- Engagement: Create a positive, inclusive, and stimulating atmosphere that encourages creativity and self-expression. Foster a love for the arts through interactive and hands-on activities.
- Assessment: Monitor and assess children's progress, providing feedback and support to enhance their skills and confidence.
- Collaboration: Work closely with other daycare staff to integrate arts programming with other areas of the curriculum. Participate in team meetings and contribute to the overall development of the daycares programs.
- Annual Showcase: Lead and Ability to showcase Childrens' skills through performances to families in an annual show.
- Supporting Teacher: Acting as supporting teacher in classrooms as and when needed by the school.
- Communication: Maintain open and regular communication with parents and guardians regarding their childs progress and participation in the arts programs.
- Safety and Compliance: Ensure a safe and secure environment for all children. Follow all daycare policies and procedures, including health and safety guidelines.
Qualifications: - Education: Bachelors degree in Music, Dance, Theatre, Early Childhood Education, or a related field preferred.
- Experience: Minimum of [X] years of experience teaching music, dance, and/or theatre to young children. Experience in a daycare or early childhood education setting is a plus.
- Skills: Strong knowledge of music, dance, and theatre techniques. Ability to create engaging and developmentally appropriate lesson plans. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Certifications: CPR and First Aid certification preferred. Background check required.
Personal Attributes: - Enthusiastic and creative with a genuine passion for working with young children.
- Patient, nurturing, and able to manage a classroom effectively.
- Flexible and adaptable to the needs of individual children and the group as a whole.
The Goddard School of South Loop is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Job Tags
Flexible hours