Assistant Teacher PT/FT

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

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Paid time off

Childcare discounts

Tuition assistance

Job summary

The Goddard School in Bloomingdale, Illinois is seeking preschool assistant teachers for part-time and full-time positions. Join our supportive team focused on early childhood education, where you will create a nurturing environment for children.

Responsibilities include supporting children's development and collaborating with faculty. We offer a flexible schedule along with a variety of benefits, including paid time off and professional development opportunities. A high school diploma is required, and experience in early childhood education is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Must have ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Establish a safe, healthy, nurturing learning environment.
• Support children's social and emotional development.
• Establish positive family relations.
• Work with the lead teacher and faculty.

Skills

Empathy and compassion for young children

Dependability and adaptability

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma required

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

Job description

No nights and weekends! We are looking for preschool assistant teachers (part-time and full-time) to join our team today. If you have experience working with children, we’d love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education.

Benefits

• Flexible schedule
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance

Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School

• Your well-being is important to us! Many of our schools offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). Plus, many of our schools offer 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 promise to maintain ratios and ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success.
• We recognize our teachers! We have recognition programs that are offered throughout the year.

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

• High school diploma required
• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• 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. For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib