Assistant Teacher- Preschool
The Goddard School offers competitive compensation packages including:
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Employee discounts
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Opportunities for advancement and professional development are also provided.
Responsibilities
- Aid in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans
- Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
- Prepare classroom materials and ensure safety and cleanliness
- Supervise and provide individualized support to children
- Communicate with parents about their child’s progress and activities
- Adhere to health and safety guidelines
- Participate in routine child care tasks to foster a nurturing learning environment
Requirements
- A high school diploma is required
- An associate or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred
- Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting is preferred
- Show empathy and compassion for young children
- Work productively without supervision
- Have a basic understanding of child development
- Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children
Benefits
- Paid time off and holidays
- No nights, weekend, and holiday schedules
- Childcare reimbursement/discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
- Recognition programs
Qualifications
- High school diploma required
- Associate or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting preferred
- Show empathy and compassion for young children
- Work productively without supervision
- Basic understanding of child development
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children
The Goddard School is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where all employees feel valued and respected. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.
This Is Your Moment
The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.
Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.