Daycare Music, Dance, and Theatre Teacher Full Time or Part Time.
14 days ago
Chicago
Job DescriptionJob Title: Daycare Music, Dance, and Theatre Teacher Full Time or Part Time. 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.Benefits:, • Competitive salary, • Health, dental, and vision insurance, • Paid time off and holidays, • Professional development opportunities, • Supportive and collaborative work environmentThe Goddard School of South Loop is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.