Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School of North Brunswick, NJ; New Jersey; On-site; USD 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Childcare discounts

CEUs through Goddard SystemsUniversity

Tuition reimbursement

Promotions from within

Job summary

The Goddard School of North Brunswick, NJ is seeking passionate Assistant Teachers to join our early childhood team. We offer a supportive environment with strong classroom resources and collaborative planning with lead teachers. Positions are available part-time and full-time, with no nights.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma and a care-centered approach. We provide CEUs, professional development, and opportunities for growth within our school network.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children.

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

Skills

Empathy and compassion

Dependable

Adaptable

Team collaboration

Child safety awareness

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education or related field

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

We are looking for preschool assistant teachers (part-time and 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.

No nights and weekends!

Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School:

• Your well-being is important to us! Many of our schools offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Plus, many of our schools 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.

Responsibilities of an Assistant Teacher include the following:

• 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

Qualifications

• High school diploma required
• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• 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

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.