Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School Doylestown 2; Poole's Corner (PA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider is seeking enthusiastic full-time Assistant Teachers in Poole's Corner, PA. The role involves fostering children's intellectual and social development through engaging learning experiences. Qualified candidates should have prior experience in classroom settings and a strong foundation in developmentally appropriate practices.

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Medical/Dental/Vision insurance

401k plan options

Supportive workplace environment

Sign-on Bonus

Qualifications

• Minimum of 18 years of age.
• Prior classroom experience preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices.

Responsibilities

• Implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans.
• Create a fun and supportive classroom environment.
• Establish positive relationships with families.

Skills

Strong written and communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Do you love kids, molding young minds, and getting special pictures drawn for you? Hang on to your glue sticks, because the Goddard School may be the best place for you!

We are looking for enthusiastic full-time Assistant Teachers at The Goddard School located on Farm Lane to foster and facilitate the intellectual and social development of children. You will help teach children with patience and creativity. Assistant teacher duties include using the teacher's daily plan and guiding activities and instructional methods to motivate children.

Benefits:

• Paid Holidays
• Paid Sick/Vacation time (PTO)
• Closed major holidays/closed between Christmas & New Years
• Medical/Dental/Vision insurance
• 401k plan options
• Supportive workplace environment
• Sign-on Bonus
• Positive work environment

Daily Responsibilities

As a Goddard Assistant Teacher, arriving each day fully prepared and excited to teach is important.

Supporting Goddard’s program and policies as well as state licensing policies is required. Assistant Teacher tasks include, but are not limited to:

• Implementing developmentally appropriate lesson plans individualized to meet the needs of children in your classroom
• Creating a classroom that is fun and supports play, exploration, and learning
• Presenting expectations appropriate to the child’s age and developmental level
• Planning and implementing activities that develop self-esteem and social skills
• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
• Advancing students' physical and intellectual competence
• Supporting social and emotional development with positive guidance and reinforcement
• Establishing positive and productive relationships with families
• Ensuring a well-run, purposeful program responsive to participant needs based on Goddard’s standards of learning through play
• Maintaining professionalism with students, families, peers, and management

Assistant Teacher Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Prior classroom experience (Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten) preferred
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• Strong written and communication skills

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by law.