Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School; Hummelstown (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School® located at 1035 Middletown Road, Hummelstown, PA 17036, is seeking a dependable, caring, and enthusiastic Part-Time Assistant Teacher to join our welcoming school community.

As an Assistant Teacher, you will support children's social and emotional development, assist with age-appropriate activities, help with daily routines and transitions, supervise playtimes, prepare materials, and maintain a clean, safe, and inviting classroom.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Interest in or aspiration toward working with children
• Previous experience with children is helpful but not required
• College coursework in education, early childhood education, psychology, social work, or a related field is a plus
• Caring, patient, dependable, and able to work collaboratively
• Willingness to learn about child development and developmentally appropriate practices
• Ability to pass all required state background checks and meet applicable state requirements
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in connection with the care and supervision of children

Responsibilities

• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through positive interactions and active engagement
• Assist with age-appropriate classroom activities, transitions, and daily routines
• Help children feel safe, supported, and included
• Supervise children and provide individualized care and encouragement
• Prepare classroom materials and maintain a clean, safe, and inviting learning environment
• Support meals, toileting, diapering, rest periods, and other daily care routines as needed
• Assist with communicating important information about children’s daily activities
• Follow all health, safety, licensing, and school procedures

Skills

Caring

Patience

Dependability

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Communication with families

Education

High school diploma

College coursework in education/child development

Job description

Benefits

• Competitive salary


• Opportunity for advancement


• Training & development

Are you a college student interested in education, child development, psychology, social work, or a future career working with children? Are you looking for meaningful, part-time work that fits around your class schedule?

The Goddard School® located at: 1035 Middletown Road, Hummelstown, PA 17036, is seeking a dependable, caring, and enthusiastic Part-Time Assistant Teacher to join our welcoming school community.

Available Shifts

Candidates may be available for either shift:

• Afternoons: 2:00–5:30 p.m.


• Mornings: 7:00–9:00 a.m.

This position is especially well suited for a college student with morning or afternoon/early-evening availability who is interested in gaining hands‑on experience working with young children.

What You’ll Do

As an Assistant Teacher, you will work alongside our experienced teachers to:

• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through positive interactions and active engagement


• Assist with age‑appropriate classroom activities, transitions, and daily routines


• Help children feel safe, supported, and included


• Supervise children and provide individualized care and encouragement


• Prepare classroom materials and maintain a clean, safe, and inviting learning environment


• Support meals, toileting, diapering, rest periods, and other daily care routines as needed


• Assist with communicating important information about children’s daily activities


• Follow all health, safety, licensing, and school procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma required


• Interest in or aspiration toward working with children


• Previous experience with children is helpful but not required


• College coursework in education, early childhood education, psychology, social work, or a related field is a plus


• Caring, patient, dependable, and able to work collaboratively


• Willingness to learn about child development and developmentally appropriate practices


• Ability to work productively with guidance and independently when appropriate


• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in connection with the care and supervision of children


• Ability to pass all required state background checks and meet applicable state requirements

Grow With Us

At The Goddard School®, you will gain valuable experience while making a meaningful difference in children’s lives. You’ll become part of a supportive team committed to helping every child become a joyful, confident learner.