Assistant Teacher/Floater

Job Description

Job Description

Early Childhood Assistant Teachers (Part-time: Afternoons 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM)  (Wilmington, DE)

Are you an Early Childhood Educator that loves finger painting, (to allow the children a new sensory experience, of course) blowing bubbles, (to demonstrate cause and effect, why else?) and reading stories using puppets and other props (to encourage a playful spirit and to show the children that reading is fun, yes!) Do you enjoy walking into a room where everyone knows your name, offers hugs, compliments and the best homemade art projects your refrigerator can hold?  Do you want to be a part of a nurturing environment that sets our students well ahead of where they need to be based on state and national standards?

Come join a premier preschool located on Wilmington's beautiful riverfront! The Goddard School is looking for full and part-time Early Childhood Educators.

Teacher responsibilities include but not limited to:

• Developing innovative and engaging lesson plans that abide by Goddard standards
• Meeting the individual's needs of the children
• Effectively and professionally communicating with Parents and fellow staff members
• Participating in staff meetings and training events
• Lead and set the tone for a developmentally appropriate classroom environment.
• Interacting with the children to support play, exploration, and learning
• Presenting expectations that are appropriate to the child's age and developmental level
• Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem, intellectual stimulation, and social skills
• Building teamwork
• Using computer-based and written assessment tools
• Committing to continuing education and staying current on the latest early childhood practices
• Lead Teachers are responsible for ensuring compliance with Goddard's industry-leading Quality Assurance standards
• Lead Teachers write and implement their own lesson plans based on Goddard Developmental Guidelines and regularly changing school themes
• Most importantly, they create a positive learning environment in their classroom where children develop a lifelong love of learning
• The Goddard School offers competitive compensation depending on credentials plus health benefits, paid time off, paid holidays, state of the art work environment

Qualifications for an Assistant Teacher:

• Associates or Bachelors degree 
• TECE 1 and /or TECE 2 or CDA credential
• At least 6 months of experience in an early childhood classroom
• Must possess Delaware Department of Education/ DE First Certificate for at least Early Childhood Assistant Teacher or the credentials to submit for one

All of our staff members possess a nurturing teaching style, are team players, and have a commitment to professional development in the ever-changing field of Early Childhood Education.

The Goddard School Offers:

• Competitive Salary
• Leadership Development Program
• Paid Time Off for Vacation and Sick time
• Paid week long Christmas break
• Subsidized Medical Insurance plan
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Childcare Discount Program
• Unlimited Employee Referral Bonus Program

If you are interested in having a job you love, please send resume and salary history to begin the process.