Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School; Chester Springs (PA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Free uniforms

Free food & snacks

Job summary

The Goddard School located at Chester Springs, PA is seeking a motivated and caring Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in creating engaging programs, managing the classroom and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment.

Bring energy, enthusiasm and creativity to our collaborative team; you will help implement lesson plans, support development, and communicate with families about daily activities while adhering to health and safety guidelines.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting.
• Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development through active engagement and positive interactions
• Prepare classroom materials and ensure a safe, clean and inviting learning environment
• Supervise and provide individualized support to children and foster a sense of belonging
• Assist in communicating with families about their child’s progress and daily activities
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and licensing regulations to ensure a secure environment
• Support daily care routines and tasks to promote a nurturing learning environment

Skills

Empathy and compassion

Collaboration

Communication with families

Education

High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred

Job description

• Professional development and CDA reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms

Benefits:

• No nights or weekends
• Childcare discount
• Recognition programs
• Professional development and CDA reimbursement
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Free food & snacks
• Free uniforms

The Goddard School® located at: {{ job.location.street }} Chester Springs, PA 19425} is seeking a motivated and caring Assistant Teacher! At our School, we put our teachers first because they put our students first. You'll support the Lead Teacher in creating engaging programs, managing the classroom and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment. Bring your energy, enthusiasm and creativity to our supportive, collaborative team.

Assistant Teacher Key Responsibilities:

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development through active engagement and positive interactions
• Prepare classroom materials and ensure a safe, clean and inviting learning environment
• Supervise and provide individualized support to children and foster a sense of belonging
• Assist in communicating with families about their child’s progress and daily activities
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and licensing regulations to ensure a secure environment
• Support daily care routines and tasks to promote a nurturing learning environment

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Works productively without supervision
• Basic understanding of child development
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children
• Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements

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.