Toddler Assistant Teacher

About the role

We are seeking a Toddler Assistant Teacher to join our passionate and enthusiastic team at The Goddard School in Flowery Branch. The ideal candidate will love our children and help them learn using our core values of Love, Encourage, Achieve, Respect, and Nurture.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing daily activities that promote learning and development
• Assist in creating a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment for children
• Collaborate with other teachers to develop engaging curricula
• Communicate regularly with parents about their children's progress and experiences
• Lift up to 50 lbs. as needed to facilitate programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations
• Work productively without supervision and show empathy and compassion for young children

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED
• 1-3 years of previous experience preferred
• Child Development Associate (CDA), Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children
• Dependable and adaptable with a strong commitment to teamwork

Qualifications

• Passes a background check and drug test
• Meets eligibility for continued professional development and training

Skills

• Effective communication skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Empathy and compassion for young children
• Teamwork and collaboration

Benefits

• Competitive compensation based on experience and education
• Low teacher to student ratios
• Full support from our front office and resources to be successful in the classroom
• 1 hour lunch breaks with access to a beautiful break area
• Quarterly training bonuses
• FinFit, a financial wellness company offering free services to employees on budgeting and investing

Pay

Starting at $13 per hour

Schedule

Hours of work are between 6:30 am and 6:00 pm, NO WEEKENDS