Assistant Teacher - All Ages

The Goddard School - Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for passionate Assistant Teachers to join their nurturing team. This role involves implementing individualized lesson plans, creating engaging learning environments, and supporting children's social and emotional development. With a focus on professional growth, the school offers exceptional development opportunities and a commitment to maintaining a positive, safe atmosphere for both children and staff. If you are eager to inspire young minds and foster a love for learning through play, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Exceptional Professional Development

Closed Major Holidays

Week Off Between Christmas and New Year

Qualifications

• High school diploma or CDA required; college courses in related field preferred.
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices is essential.

Responsibilities

• Implement developmentally appropriate lesson plans tailored to children’s needs.
• Create a fun classroom environment that supports exploration and learning.
• Establish and maintain a safe and nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Developmentally Appropriate Practices

Strong Written Communication

Strong Verbal Communication

Education

High School Diploma

Child Development Associate (CDA)

College Courses in Related Field

Job description

The Goddard School of Chesapeake, an early childhood education center, is currently seeking a qualified PT and FT Assistant Teacher (all ages) to nurture healthy development in children and encourage lifelong learning.

The Goddard School is a renowned program with a Piaget (Learning through Play) based foundation and a leader in the franchised preschool industry which is growing and continues to set the standard for excellence.

Our staff is made of loving and dedicated teachers who understand each child’s needs.

Daily Responsibilities

As a Goddard Assistant Teacher, arriving at Goddard 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 that are individualized to meet the needs of the children in your classroom
• Creating a classroom that is fun and supports play, exploration and learning
• Presenting expectations that are 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 and providing both 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 a commitment of professionalism with students, families, peers and management

Assistant Teacher Qualifications :

• High school diploma, CDA or currently enrolled in college courses in a related field
• Minimum of 18 years of age
• Demonstrated knowledge of developmentally appropriate practices
• Strong written and communication skills

Benefits :

The Goddard School offers competitive compensation based on experience, education and certifications.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer

We provide outstanding opportunities including :

• Exceptional Professional Development
• Closed Major Holidays and the week between Christmas and New Year