Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School of West Orange, NJ; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

The Goddard School is hiring preschool assistant teachers for part-time and full-time positions. Candidates should be energetic, nurturing, and passionate about shaping children's lives in a supportive environment. Responsibilities include creating a safe learning environment and collaborating with teachers. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Opportunity for advancement

Profit sharing

Training & development

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support each child's social and emotional development.
• Collaborate with lead teacher and faculty.

Skills

Empathy

Compassion

Dependability

Adaptability

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Training & development

No nights and weekends!

We are looking for preschool assistant teachers (part-time and full-time) to join our team. If you have experience working with children, we’d love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education. Click apply now to jumpstart your teaching career!

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). Many of our schools also offer CDA credentials and tuition reimbursement. We promote from within to support your career growth.
• You will be part of a supportive team! Teachers receive full support from our directors, including planning or resource time, to succeed in the classroom. We maintain ratios and provide resources to ensure classroom success.
• Recognition programs! We celebrate our teachers throughout the year.

Responsibilities of an Assistant Teacher include:

• Creating and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting each child's social and emotional development
• Building positive family relationships
• Collaborating with the lead teacher and faculty

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required
• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• Empathy and compassion for children
• Dependable, adaptable, team-oriented
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., including infants into and out of cribs

If you're energetic, nurturing, and passionate about shaping children's lives, The Goddard School is the place for you! We offer a dynamic, safe, and supportive environment where every child can thrive and develop into a confident learner. Join us and make a difference!

About Goddard Schools:

Part of a franchise system operating for 35 years, we serve children from six weeks to six years old. With over 600 schools and 75,000 students across 37 states and D.C., we use the latest, research-backed methods to ensure children learn joyfully and are prepared for success in school and beyond.