Assistant Teacher Afternoon Resource

The Goddard School of Collegeville, PA; Collegeville (PA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Employee discounts

401(k) matching

Tuition assistance

Training & development

Bonus based on performance

Wellness resources

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Free food & snacks

Profit sharing

Company parties

Job summary

A premier early childhood education center is seeking an enthusiastic Assistant Teacher to join their Toddler Classroom. This role focuses on creating a safe and nurturing environment for young children, supporting their social and emotional development, and collaborating with the lead teacher to execute lesson plans. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and a passion for working with children. Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs for child handling and safety.
• Reliability and consistency in showing up to work is critical.
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children.
• Reliability and consistency in showing up to work.
• Dependable and adaptable; works well with others toward shared goals.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support children's social and emotional development.
• Work with lead teacher to develop and execute lesson plans.
• Working with your lead teacher and the entire faculty to develop and execute age-appropriate lesson plans.
• Understanding how children learn and develop, and engaging them in developmentally appropriate activities to prepare them for Preschool.
• Using technology to assess children's progress and development.

Skills

Empathy and compassion for young children

Dependability

Adaptability

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Free food & snacks

Free uniforms

401(k)

401(k) matching

Company parties

Dental insurance

Profit sharing

Wellness resources

The Goddard School of Collegeville is seeking a positive, reliable, and enthusiastic Assistant Teacher to join our Toddler Classroom team! If you have a passion for working with young children, enjoy creating engaging learning experiences, and want to make a meaningful impact each day, we’d love to hear from you.

Are you a nurturing and energetic educator looking for a workplace that values your creativity, experience, and love for teaching? At The Goddard School, we offer a welcoming and dynamic environment where children thrive and teachers are supported. Our school is committed to providing a safe, play-based, and nurturing space that fosters curiosity, confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.

If you're ready to build a career that truly makes a difference, apply today and join a team that's passionate about early childhood education!

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 using appropriate teaching and developmental techniques.

Establishing positive and effective family relations through in-person and written communication using electronic platforms

Working with your lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty to develop and execute lesson plans that are age appropriate

Understanding how children learn and develop, and engaging them in developmentally appropriate activities to prepare them for Preschool

Using technology to assess children's progress and development

Benefits & Perks of Working at the Goddard School of Collegeville:

Your well-being is important to us! Our school offers medical and dental insurance, paid time off and paid holidays (week off between Christmas and New Years), childcare discounts, plus so much more!

Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Plus, we will pay for you to get your 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 ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success - including a classroom budget!

We recognize our teachers! We have recognition programs that are offered throughout the year, including a National Teacher of the Year award!

Qualifications

A high school diploma required

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

Shows empathy and compassion for young children (Critical)

Reliability and consistency in showing up to work

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.

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.

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.