Assistant Preschool Teacher

The Goddard School of Henrico (Short Pump), VA; Virginia; On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking passionate Preschool Assistant Teachers to join their nurturing team. This full-time position offers an opportunity to create a safe and engaging learning environment for young children, fostering their social and emotional growth. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a background in early childhood education, demonstrating empathy and teamwork. Join a supportive and fun workplace dedicated to shaping children's lives and preparing them for future success. If you are energetic and compassionate, this is the perfect opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact!

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; Associate or Bachelor in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Must show empathy and be able to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a safe and nurturing learning environment for children.
• Support children's social and emotional development and family relations.

Skills

Empathy

Dependability

Adaptability

Teamwork

Child Safety Handling

Education

High School Diploma

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Job description

We are looking for Preschool Assistant Teachers (full-time) to join our team today. 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!

Responsibilities of a Preschool Assistant Teacher include the following:

1. Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
2. Supporting each child’s social and emotional development
3. Establishing positive and effective family relations
4. Working with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty

Qualifications:

1. High school diploma required
2. Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
3. Shows empathy and compassion for young children
4. Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
5. 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

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.

About Goddard Schools:

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. 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.

Each Goddard School location is privately owned and operated by Goddard Franchisor LLC franchisees. The Goddard School franchise owner(s) are the employers at each school, and the franchise owner(s) set their own wage and benefit programs, which vary by location.