Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School•Fort Wayne, IN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Goddard School in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is seeking a motivated, caring Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in creating engaging programs, managing the classroom, and maintaining a safe, stimulating environment. The role supports children’s learning and development through active engagement, positive interactions, individualized support, and daily care routines. The school describes its facilities as state-of-the-art and its workplace as supportive, collaborative, welcoming, vibrant, and nurturing. The position is compensated at $15.00–$18.00 per hour. Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated, and the local franchise owner sets the wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Demonstrated empathy and compassion for young children.
Ability to work productively without supervision.
Basic understanding of child development.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with handling children.
Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience, and credential requirements.

Nice To Haves

Associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans.
Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through active engagement and positive interactions.
Prepare classroom materials and maintain a safe, clean, and inviting learning environment.
Supervise children, provide individualized support, and foster a sense of belonging.
Assist with communicating to families about children’s progress and daily activities.
Follow health and safety guidelines and licensing regulations.
Support daily care routines and tasks to promote a nurturing learning environment.