Assistant Toddler Teacher

The Goddard School • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Assistant Toddler Teacher supports a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment and contributes to children’s social and emotional development. The role works with the lead teacher and the wider faculty, and helps establish positive relationships with families. Teachers receive support from directors, including planning or resource time, and are provided resources to help their classrooms succeed. The school emphasizes professional development, career growth, and a supportive team environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Show empathy and compassion for young children.
• Be dependable and adaptable, and enjoy working toward a common goal.
• Be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with handling children, facilitating programs, ensuring child safety, and potential emergency situations.
• For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Experience working with children.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support each child’s social and emotional development.
• Establish positive and effective relationships with families.
• Work with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k).
• Professional development and continuing education units through Goddard Systems University.
• Opportunities for career growth and promotion from within.
• Director support, including planning or resource time.
• Classroom ratios and resources intended to support teachers.

What This Job Offers

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