Child Care Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School of Collierville, TN; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution seeks full-time Assistant Teachers to provide a nurturing environment for children's growth and learning. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and experience working with young children. Dedicated to professional development, you will enjoy a supportive team atmosphere with opportunities for further education and career advancement.

Benefits

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Childcare discounts

Professional development opportunities

Paid holidays

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 1+ year of related experience preferred.
• Willingness to work toward education credentials.

Responsibilities

• Create a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support childs' social and emotional development.
• Collaborate effectively with the lead teacher.

Skills

Empathy

Dependability

Team Collaboration

Education

High school diploma

CDA or Associate/Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Benefits:

• 7 Paid holidays
• 5 Paid days off from Christmas to New Years
• Childcare discounts
• No nights and weekends
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• Bonus based on performance

We are looking for full-time child care assistant teachers 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. We offer a premium educational experience 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.

Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School:

• Your well-being is important to us! We offer 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), and we also offer a paid path to a CDA credential. 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
• Willingness to work toward CDA or Associate or Bachelor degree in Early Childhood Education or related field
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• 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. Must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib and diaper changing table.

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.