Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School • Jamison, PA

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About The Position

The Goddard School of Jamison is seeking an Assistant Teacher to support its play-based, hands-on early childhood education program. The school is a Pennsylvania Keystone STARS 4 rated center recognized by NECPA and NAEYC. The Assistant Teacher works collaboratively with Lead Teachers and other faculty to support children’s development, learning, and daily classroom experience. The role also includes communicating professionally with families and supporting classroom leadership when the Lead Teacher is absent. Flexible shifts are available Monday through Friday between 7:00 AM and 6:00 PM, with no night or weekend shifts. Full-time and part-time opportunities are available.

Requirements

• Be at least 18 years of age.
• Have at least a high school diploma or GED.
• Be eligible to obtain and maintain all required Pennsylvania child care background eligibility and health assessment documentation.
• Have a growth mindset and willingness to participate in ongoing professional development.
• Have professional, verifiable experience working with children and meet at least one of the following qualification paths: a bachelor’s or associate’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or a human services-related field from an accredited college or university; at least 15 college credit hours in one of those fields plus one year of professional experience working with children; or at least two years of professional experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Lead Teachers to implement Goddard’s play-based curriculum and daily lesson plans.
• Foster children’s emerging self-help skills, including handwashing, potty training, and feeding, through intentional teaching moments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Assist in documenting children’s progress and collaborate with faculty to support individual learning success.
• Coordinate daily activities and supervise aides in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
• Build meaningful, professional relationships with families through respectful and clear communication.

Benefits

• Earned personal time off and paid holidays.
• Retirement savings plan (SIMPLE IRA) with employer match.
• Paid professional development, education, and specialized training.
• Childcare tuition discounts.

What This Job Offers

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