Infant Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School • Goodyear, AZ

8d • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Teacher to join our team today. This position is full-time from 7:00 am to 4:00 pm and works primarily with the infant classroom, with time spent supporting the one-year-old program at key points throughout the day. If you have experience working with infants and young toddlers, we’d love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education. The Goddard School uses the most current, academically endorsed methods to ensure that children have fun while learning the skills they need for long-term success in school and in life. As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are the premiere spot for early childhood learning for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 600 franchised Schools with more than 75,000 students in 37 states and Washington D.C. We offer a premium educational experience in our state-of-the-art facilities that is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life.

Requirements

• High school diploma required
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
• 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

Nice To Haves

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
• 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

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Childcare discounts
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

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