Assistant Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Come join The Goddard School family! 

Have you been searching for a career that will allow you to use your experience and creativity to contribute to shaping children's lives? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun? If so, then The Goddard School is the place for you! Our School is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will give every child the opportunity to develop into a joyful and confident learner who is prepared for success in school and in life. 

We are looking for assistant teachers to join our team today. Are you looking to start a career in education? We don't require teaching experience and will train you every step of the way! Apply today to jumpstart your future! 

What We Offer: 

• Salary range: $13-$16. 
• Hours of work: 40 hours per week. 
• Full support from our directors and resources to be successful in the classroom.
• Paid holidays after 90 days PLUS paid time off (PTO). 
• 401(k) plus employer matching after 1-year-old employment.
• $200 per month toward the health insurance plan of your choosing. 
• Teach Scholarship Participation that pays for 90% of your CDA, AA, or BS in Early Childhood Education.  
• Continued focus on your professional development – our Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). 
• No weekends and limited evening hours, except occasional faculty meetings or school events that may be in the evening.
• Plus, we’ll support you in your career path to become a lead teacher and beyond. 

Responsibilities:

Our assistant teachers will work with a lead teacher as part of the teaching team to encourage a positive learning environment for all children within the School. Responsibilities include the following: 

• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment. 
• Supporting each child’s social and emotional development. 
• Establishing positive and effective family relations. 
• Working with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

Qualifications: 

• High school diploma required. 
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty. 
• Works productively without supervision. 
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children. 
• Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with outstanding ability to listen and follow-up on issues constructively. 
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations. 
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.