Infant Assistant Teacher Early Childhood Education

The Goddard School of Fairfield (Little Falls Road), NJ•Fairfield, NJ

About The Position

We are looking for a Toddler Assistant Teacher (full-time and year round) to join our team today with the hours of 830am to 530pm Monday through Friday. 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! Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School: Your well-being is important to us! We offer medical and dental insurance, paid time off and holidays as well as the week off between Christmas and New Years! Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Plus, we offer CDA credentials and provide tuition reimbursement. We also pride ourselves on promoting from within so you can continue to grow your career with us. You will be a part of a supportive team! Teachers have full support from our directors, including planning or resource time, to be successful in the classroom. We promise to maintain ratios and ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success. We recognize our teachers! We have recognition programs that are offered throughout the year. 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
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

CDA, Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field is a plus

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