Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School•Houston, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The Goddard School in Houston, Texas, is seeking a motivated and caring Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in creating engaging programs, managing the classroom, and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment. The role involves helping foster children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development, and contributing to a nurturing, collaborative learning environment. The school describes its facilities as state-of-the-art and its educational experience as designed to help children become joyful, confident learners. Compensation is $13.00–$15.00 per hour. Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by franchisees, who are the employers and set their own wage and benefit programs; these vary by location.

Requirements

High school diploma required.
Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting.
Demonstrate empathy and compassion for young children.
Work productively without supervision.
Basic understanding of child development.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with handling children.
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 in communicating with 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.