Assistant Teacher
About The Position
The Goddard School is seeking passionate, energetic, and nurturing Assistant Teachers to join their team. They offer a premium educational experience in state-of-the-art facilities, committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment for children to develop into joyful and confident learners. The school emphasizes that teachers are the heart of their culture and provides significant support, resources, and recognition to its educators. The Goddard School has been in operation for 35 years as a franchise system, serving children from six weeks to six years old, with over 600 franchised schools across 37 states and Washington D.C. They utilize current, academically endorsed methods to ensure children have fun while learning essential skills for long-term success. Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by franchisees who set their own wage and benefit programs.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Ability to understand and support the education program using “learning through play” philosophy
- Ability to interact closely with children at their level
- Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with school personnel, children and parents
- Ability to comply in all respects with all applicable laws and regulations relating to childcare
Responsibilities
- Establish and maintain a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment
- Engage with children in meaningful play and activities
- Support each child’s social and emotional development and provide positive guidance
- Respect cultural and ethnic diversity
Benefits
- No nights and weekends
- Childcare discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
- Recognition programs
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- 401k Plus Match
- Goddard Systems University accreditation for Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
- Up to $1000 per year in tuition reimbursement
- Full support from directors, including planning or resource time
- Maintenance of ratios and provision of classroom resources
- Recognition programs, prizes, and gifts offered throughout the year
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
