Pre K Assistant Teacher Child Care / Early Childhood Education

The Goddard School of Fairfield (Little Falls Road), NJFairfield, NJ
$17 - $19Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an experienced Pre K assistant teacher to join our team today. The hours for this position are 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM. If you have experience working with children, we’d love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education. Click apply now to jumpstart your teaching career today! Have you been searching for a career that will allow you to use your experience and creativity to contribute to shaping children's lives? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun? If so, then The Goddard School is the place for you! 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
  • Experience working with children under the age of 5 in a large group environment
  • 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

  • Post high school education is a plus!

Responsibilities

  • Support in shaping children's lives through experience and creativity.
  • Maintain classroom ratios and ensure resources are available for classroom success.
  • Facilitate programs, child safety, and potential emergency situations, including lifting up to 50 lbs.
  • Properly lift infants into and out of a crib (for Infant and Young Toddler Teachers).

Benefits

  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • No nights and weekends!
  • Medical and dental insurance
  • Three weeks paid time off and holidays for full time faculty members
  • Goddard Systems University for Continuing Education Units (CEUs)
  • CDA credentials
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Promoting from within
  • Full support from directors, including planning or resource time
  • Recognition programs
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