Assistant Teacher - Preschool

The Goddard School • Doylestown, PA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Goddard School in Doylestown on Farm Lane is seeking a motivated, caring Assistant Preschool Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in providing an engaging, developmentally rich classroom experience for three-year-olds. The role involves helping children develop socially, emotionally, cognitively, and physically while contributing to a safe, clean, collaborative classroom environment. The school describes itself as newly renovated and under new ownership, with a focus on investing in staff, classrooms, and workplace culture.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Energetic, patient, and genuinely caring with young children and their families.
• Ability to work cooperatively as part of a classroom team.
• Basic understanding of preschool-aged child development.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Previous experience working with preschool-aged children in a licensed childcare or school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans and activities for preschool-aged children.
• Help foster each child's social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development.
• Assist with classroom management, transitions, and small-group activities.
• Prepare classroom materials and help maintain classroom safety and cleanliness.
• Assist with communicating with parents about their child's day, progress, and activities.
• Maintain accurate daily records and logs for each child.
• Follow health, safety, and licensing guidelines.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and paid holidays, including Christmas break.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Paid CDA credential training.
• Professional development and ongoing training.
• Childcare discount for the employee's own children.
• Staff recognition and appreciation program.
• Quarterly staff outings.
• Competitive hourly pay based on experience.
• Supportive, on-site ownership.
• Newly renovated classrooms.

What This Job Offers

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