Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School

Spotswood (NJ)

On-site

USD 22,041 - 24,796

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)

Opportunity for professional development

Job summary

A local preschool in Spotswood is seeking an Assistant Teacher for a full-time position. This role involves creating a nurturing environment and supporting the social and emotional development of children. Candidates should have at least one year of teaching experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. The position offers a salary of $16-18 per hour, flexible shifts, and various health benefits.

Qualifications

Minimum of 1 year of teaching experience preferred.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regarding children's handling.

Responsibilities

Establish a nurturing learning environment.
Support children's social and emotional development.
Build positive family relationships.

Skills

Communication with children

Empathy and compassion

Dependability

Ability to multitask

Adaptability

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Child Development Associate Certification

Job description

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! Our School is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will give every child the opportunity to develop into a joyful and confident learner who is prepared for success in school and in life.

We are looking for experienced assistant teachers, specifically in a toddler setting.

What We Offer

Flexible 8 hour shift with a 1 hour lunch
Salary range: $16-18 an hour depending on education and experience
Opportunity for growth
Health benefits for full time employees
Closed the week between Christmas and New Years Day
Closed on most federal holidays
Employee discount up to $8,900 a year!
Free training opportunities
Uniforms provided & available upon request
No weekends and limited evening hours, except occasional faculty meetings or school events that may be in the evening
You will get support from our directors every step of the way to help develop and grow your teaching skills
Your health and safety is our priority! We have protocols more stringent than state requirements to ensure the safety of all our faculty and students
Prioritized focus on your professional development – many free training opportunities
Plus, we’ll support you in your career path to become a more experienced teacher.

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

Qualifications

Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty
Works productively without supervision
Shows empathy and compassion for young children
Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with outstanding ability to listen and follow‑up on issues constructively
Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi‑tasking to ensure smooth school operations
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.
Must love children!

About Goddard Schools

The Goddard School located in Spotswood has been open since 1997. As part of a larger franchise system, in operation for over 30 years, we are the premier preschool for children from six weeks to six years old. We have over 575 franchised Schools with more than 70,000 students in 38 states. The Goddard School uses the most current academically endorsed methods to ensure children have fun while learning the skills they need for long‑term success in school and in life. Our talented teachers also collaborate with parents to nurture children into respectful, confident, and joyful learners.

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