Teacher's Assistants

Job Description

Job Description

About This Role

Full-Time | No Nights | No Weekends |

Are you looking for a rewarding career in  early childhood education ? Do you enjoy working with children and want to make a positive impact every day? The  Goddard School of Flemington is seeking a caring, dependable, and enthusiastic  Assistant Teacher/Floater to join our team!

Whether you're beginning your career in  childcare or looking to grow as an  Early Childhood Educator , we'll provide the training, support, and mentorship you need to succeed. At The Goddard School, our teachers are the heart of everything we do. Together, we create a safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environment where children build confidence, develop a lifelong love of learning, and thrive.

Why Join The Goddard School of Flemington?

We believe in investing in our teachers by providing opportunities for professional growth, competitive benefits, and a collaborative work environment where everyone is valued. 

Benefits 

• Competitive pay based on experience and qualifications
• Paid sick time, and holidays
• Childcare tuition discount
• CDA tuition assistance and career advancement opportunities
• Supportive leadership and mentoring from experienced educators
• Positive, family-oriented work environment
• No evenings or weekends (except occasional school events or staff meetings)
• Opportunities to advance into Lead Teacher 

The Goddard School of Flemington is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.

As an  Assistant Teacher/Floater , you will support our Lead Teachers in creating a safe, nurturing, and engaging classroom environment for infants, toddlers, preschool, and pre-kindergarten children. You will assist with implementing developmentally appropriate activities, supervising children, maintaining classroom routines, and helping ensure every child has a positive learning experience.

This position offers the opportunity to work with multiple age groups while gaining valuable experience in  Early Childhood Education .

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teachers with implementing developmentally appropriate, inquiry and play-based lesson plans.
• Help create and maintain a safe, healthy, clean, and organized classroom environment.
• Supervise children during classroom activities, outdoor play, meals, and rest time.
• Support children's cognitive, social-emotional, language, and physical development.
• Foster positive relationships with children, families, and fellow educators.
• Communicate professionally with parents regarding children's daily experiences.
• Change diapers and assist with toilet training
• Assist with classroom preparation, organization, and daily routines.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and school leadership to maintain a positive learning environment.
• Follow all licensing regulations, health and safety procedures, and Goddard School policies.
• Float between classrooms as needed to provide support throughout the school.
• Able to lift 50 lbs.

• High School Diploma or GED
• Genuine passion for working with young children
• Reliable transportation and dependable attendance
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative teaching team
• Positive attitude, flexibility, and willingness to learn
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced childcare environment

• Sick Leave