Infant Department Resource Teacher

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Position Summary

The Resource Teacher supports lead and assistant teachers by providing classroom coverage, assisting with lesson implementation, supervising children, and promoting a positive learning environment. This role requires flexibility, teamwork, and a passion for early childhood education.

Key Responsibilities

• Classroom Support
• Provide coverage in infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-kindergarten classrooms as needed.
• Assist teachers with implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities.
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Maintain active supervision of children at all times.
• Foster positive interactions and model appropriate behavior.
• Child Care & Safety
• Ensure children's health, safety, and well-being in accordance with licensing regulations and company policies.
• Auxiliary with meals, snacks, diapering, toileting, and rest time routines.
• Respond appropriately to children's needs and emergencies.
• Maintain clean, organized, and sanitary classroom environments.
• Curriculum & Learning Support
• Encourage exploration, creativity, and school readiness through educational activities.
• Engage children through play-based learning experiences.
• Prepare classroom materials and learning centers.
• Observe and communicate children's progress and developmental milestones to classroom teachers.
• Team Collaboration
• Work collaboratively with teachers, administrators, and families.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings, and professional development opportunities.
• Aid in special events, school activities, and transitions throughout the day.
• Promote a positive and professional school culture.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; CDA, associate degree, or coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience working with young children in a childcare, preschool, or daycare setting preferred.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work in multiple infant classrooms and adapt to changing needs.
• Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and actively engage with children throughout the day.
• CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

About Goddard Schools

As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premier spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident, and joyful learners. 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. 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.