Assistant Teacher-Afternoon hours (part-time)
About The Position
The Goddard School is seeking energetic, nurturing individuals for an Assistant Teacher/Floater position. This part-time role involves working afternoons (1-6 PM or 3-6 PM, Monday through Friday) in a supportive and fun environment. The school is committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that fosters joyful and confident learners prepared for success. The employer emphasizes the importance of their faculty members, recognizing them as a driving force of the school's culture and offering support for professional development and career growth towards becoming a lead teacher.
Requirements
- High school diploma, required
- Ability to develop relationships and communicate effectively with children, parents, and faculty
- Works productively without supervision
- Shows empathy and compassion for young children
- Is dependable, adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with outstanding ability to listen and follow-up on issues constructively
- Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations
- 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
- Has reliable transportation
Responsibilities
- Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy and nurturing learning environment
- Assisting to carry out age appropriate, daily lesson plans
- Supporting each child’s social and emotional development
- Establishing positive and effective family relations
- Working with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty
Benefits
- Limited evening/weekend hours
- Support from lead teachers and director
- Protocols to ensure the safety of all faculty and students
- Prioritized focus on professional development
- Support for career path to become a lead teacher and beyond
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
