Assistant Teacher PART TIME CLOSER

About the Role

The Goddard School is seeking part-time and full-time preschool assistant teachers to join our team. This role is ideal for individuals interested in a career in early childhood education or college students looking to gain teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment for all children
• Support each child’s social and emotional development
• Establish positive and effective family relations and communication
• Work with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty

Requirements

• Available Monday-Friday 1:00 PM - 5:30 PM
• High School Diploma (required)
• Some Early Childhood coursework (preferred)
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty
• Works productively without supervision
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Dependable, adaptable, and enjoys working toward a common goal
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an outstanding ability to listen and follow up constructively
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multitasking
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. for child safety and emergency situations (e.g., handling children, facilitating programs)
• For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers: must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Generous childcare discount
• 401K with employer match
• Free uniforms
• Paid training and certifications (e.g., CDA—Child Development Associate)
• Opportunities for advancement and professional growth
• Supportive team environment with guidance from lead teachers and directors
• No nights or weekends

About Goddard Schools

The Goddard School is a premier early childhood learning center for children from six weeks to six years old, operating for 35 years with over 600 franchised schools and more than 75,000 students across 37 states and Washington D.C. We use academically endorsed methods to ensure children have fun while learning skills for long-term success. Each location is privately owned and operated, with employment terms set by individual franchise owners.