Assistant Teacher Child Care/Early Childhood Education

The Goddard School of Fairfield (Little Falls Road), NJ • Fairfield, NJ

2d • $17 - $18 • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for assistant teachers to join our team today in a support role to work in all of our age groups from Pre K to infants. We have one full time position as well as part time positions. Part time positions require you to be available at least three of the days during the week for at least 3-4 hours in the afternoons. Full time is 830am to 530pm. If you have experience working with children, we’d love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education. Click apply now to jumpstart your teaching career today! The Goddard School offers a premium educational experience in our state-of-the-art facilities that is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life.

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Experience working with children under the age of 5 in a large group environment
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children for the facilitation of programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib

Nice To Haves

• Post high school education is a plus!

Responsibilities

• Support role working in all age groups from Pre K to infants.
• Assist in providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment for children.
• Contribute to shaping children's lives through experience and creativity.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• No nights and weekends!
• Medical and dental insurance
• Three weeks paid time off and holidays for full time faculty members
• Goddard Systems University for Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
• CDA credentials
• Tuition reimbursement
• Promoting from within
• Full support from directors, including planning or resource time
• Recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED