Assistant Teacher - Preschool

The Goddard School; Swedesboro (NJ); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading early childhood education provider is seeking a full-time Assistant Teacher for preschool. This role involves creating a nurturing environment for children while supporting their development. The ideal candidate will have a passion for education and a commitment to fostering a positive learning atmosphere.

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Generous childcare discount

Qualifications

• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children.

Responsibilities

• Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Supporting each child’s social and emotional development.
• Working with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Adaptability

Education

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

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No nights and weekends!

We are looking for a full-time preschool assistant teachers to join our team today. If you are interested in a career working with children, we’d love to talk to you about what your career path could look like in early childhood education.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Company parties
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
  
  
  

No nights and weekends!

We are looking for a full-time preschool assistant teachers to join our team today. If you are interested in a career working with children, we’d love to talk to you about what your career path could look like in early childhood education.

Position is Monday through Friday, 9am-6pm.

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 plus employer match.
• Your professional development is prioritized! We will train you and pay for the certifications for you to become a teacher, including a CDA (Child Development Associate). We also pride ourselves on promoting from within so you can grow your teaching career with us.
• You will be a part of a supportive team! All assistant teachers will get support from our lead teachers and directors every step of the way to help develop and grow their teaching skills.
  
  
  

Have you been searching for a career that will allow you to use your experience and creativity to contribute to shaping children's lives? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun? If so, then The Goddard School is the place for you! We offer a premium educational experience in our state-of-the-art facilities that is full of passion and enthusiasm. We are committed to providing a safe, dynamic, and nurturing environment that will allow every child to develop into a joyful and confident learner prepared for success in school and in life.

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
• Establishing positive and effective family relations
• Working with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty
  
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred but not required
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred but not required
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty
• Works productively without supervision
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an outstanding ability to listen and follow up on issues constructively
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi-tasking to ensure smooth school operations
• 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. For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
  
  
  

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.

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