Assistant Teacher - No Previous Experience

The Goddard School of Edwardsville, IL; Edwardsville (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking passionate preschool assistant teachers to join their dynamic team. This role offers a unique opportunity to work with children in a nurturing and supportive environment, focusing on their social and emotional development. With a commitment to professional growth, the organization provides training and certification support, ensuring you thrive in your teaching career. If you're energetic and dedicated to fostering a love for learning in young children, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Generous childcare discount

401K with employer match

Training and certification support

Qualifications

• Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• CDA certification preferred for enhanced qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Establish a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support children’s social and emotional development.
• Collaborate with lead teachers and staff.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Empathy

Dependability

Adaptability

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Ability to handle stressful situations

Multi-tasking

Education

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

Job Opportunity: Preschool Assistant Teachers (Part-Time & Full-Time)

No nights and weekends!
Our commitment to you: We will review your application within XX business days and if you are selected for an interview, we will schedule it within XX business days.

We are looking for preschool assistant teachers (part-time and full-time) to join our team today. If you are interested in a career working with children, we’d love to discuss your career path in early childhood education. College students seeking part-time work can gain valuable teaching experience with us. Click 'Apply Now' to jumpstart your teaching career today!

Benefits & Perks of Working at Our Goddard School:

• Your well-being is important to us! We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, a generous childcare discount, and a 401K with employer match.
• Your professional development is prioritized! We provide training and cover certification costs, including a CDA (Child Development Associate). We promote from within to support your growth.
• You will be part of a supportive team! Our lead teachers and directors will support your development and growth as an educator.

Are you energetic and nurturing, looking for a workplace that is supportive and fun? The Goddard School offers a premium educational environment with passion and enthusiasm. We are dedicated to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing space for children to develop into confident learners prepared for success in school and life.

Responsibilities of an Assistant Teacher:

• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
• Supporting children’s social and emotional development
• Building positive family relationships
• Collaborating with lead teachers and staff

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
• Effective communication and relationship-building skills with children, parents, and staff
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Empathy, dependability, and adaptability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to handle stressful situations professionally and multi-task effectively
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., including infants for program and safety purposes

About The Goddard Schools:

With 35 years of experience, we are a leading provider of early childhood education for children from six weeks to six years old. Our franchise system includes over 600 schools with more than 75,000 students across 37 states and Washington D.C. We use the most current, research-backed methods to ensure children enjoy learning and develop skills for long-term success.