Assistant Teacher- Part Time

Spectrum 360 A NJ Non Profit Corp.; Millburn (NJ); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Recognition programs

Competitive salary

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School in Millburn, NJ is seeking an Assistant Teacher to partner with the Lead Teacher in creating engaging activities and ensuring a safe, stimulating classroom. Bring energy, enthusiasm and creativity to a supportive team focused on student growth.

You will help implement age-appropriate lessons, support social, emotional and physical development, and assist with daily care routines while communicating with families about progress.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience with young children in licensed childcare or preschool.
• Empathy and compassion for young children.
• Ability to work without supervision.
• Basic understanding of child development.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must pass state background checks and meet state requirements.

Responsibilities

• Assist Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive and physical development through active engagement and positive interactions
• Prepare classroom materials and ensure a safe, clean and inviting learning environment
• Supervise and provide individualized support to children and foster a sense of belonging
• Communicate with families about their child's progress and daily activities
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and licensing regulations to ensure a secure environment
• Support daily care routines and tasks to promote a nurturing learning environment

Skills

Empathy & compassion

Independent worker

Child development basics

Education

High school diploma; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred

Job description

Benefits

• Recognition programs
• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

The Goddard School® located at: 161 Millburn Avenue, Millburn, NJ 07041 is seeking a motivated and caring Assistant Teacher! At our School, we put our teachers first because they put our students first. You'll support the Lead Teacher in creating engaging programs, managing the classroom and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment. Bring your energy, enthusiasm and creativity to our supportive, collaborative team.

Nurture your growth. Empower your success

Join our welcoming community, where you can grow and make a real difference in children’s lives every day.

Assistant Teacher Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans
• Support children's social, emotional, cognitive and physical development through active engagement and positive interactions
• Prepare classroom materials and ensure a safe, clean and inviting learning environmentSupervise and provide individualized support to children and foster a sense of belonging
• Assist in communicating with families about their child's progress and daily activities
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines and licensing regulations to ensure a secure environment
• Support daily care routines and tasks to promote a nurturing learning environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Works productively without supervision
• Basic understanding of child development
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children
• Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements

Compensation: $18.50 - $20.50 per hour

This Is Your Moment

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.

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.