Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School; Naperville (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare Discounts

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

401(k) matching

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School is searching for a nurturing Assistant Teacher at their Naperville location. This role involves creating engaging learning experiences for young children in a supportive environment. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma, with a preference for an associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education.

Candidates should demonstrate empathy for children, work well independently, and have knowledge of child development. The school embraces a close-knit community where every team member's contributions are valued and celebrated.

Qualifications

• Must show empathy and compassion for young children.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with handling children.
• Must pass required state background checks.

Responsibilities

• Create joyful, engaging learning experiences in classrooms.
• Work alongside Lead Teachers to support children's development.
• Maintain a supportive and nurturing environment.

Skills

Empathy and compassion for young children

Ability to work productively without supervision

Basic understanding of child development

Education

High school diploma

Associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

• Childcare Discounts
• Company parties
• 401(k)
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Free uniforms
• Tuition assistance

Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School® located at 1032 104th Street Naperville, IL 60564 is looking for a warm, nurturing Assistant Teacher who truly loves working with young children.

We are not a big, impersonal center. We are a close-knit school community where relationships matter — with our students, our families, and especially our teachers.

At our School, we believe when teachers feel supported, appreciated, and celebrated, children thrive. You’ll work alongside caring Lead Teachers to create joyful, engaging learning experiences in beautiful classrooms designed for curiosity and growth.

This is a place where:

• Your ideas are welcomed
• Your hard work is recognized
• Your growth is supported
• And your impact is felt every single day

We celebrate our team with teacher recognition, appreciation lunches, fun team contests, and a leadership team that is present, involved, and truly cares.

Qualifications

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