Full-Time School Assistant

The Goddard School; Norwood (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health and Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan Option

Paid training and professional development

Supportive and positive work environment

Job summary

A local childcare center is seeking a Full-Time School Assistant in Norwood, NJ. This role involves supporting teachers, maintaining a clean kitchen, and ensuring a smooth school operation. The ideal candidate has strong organizational skills, is dependable, and enjoys working with young children. Benefits include paid time off, health and dental insurance, and a supportive work environment. Immediate start available for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced school environment.
• Team-oriented and dependable.
• Comfortable working around young children.
• Prior experience in a school or childcare setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers by assisting in classrooms as needed.
• Maintain a clean and organized kitchen environment.
• Ensure shared spaces are clean and organized.
• Distribute supplies to teachers and maintain supply records.
• Complete all required trainings for working in a licensed childcare facility.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Team-oriented

Dependable

Comfortable working around young children

Job description

The Goddard School of Norwood is seeking a reliable, organized, and energetic Full-Time School Assistant to join our team! This position plays an essential role in supporting our teachers, maintaining a clean and organized environment, and helping ensure our school runs smoothly each day.

If you enjoy working in a school setting, supporting young children, and being part of a collaborative team, we would love to meet you!

Schedule

Monday–Friday 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Full-Time

Position Responsibilities

Kitchen & Food Preparation

• Wash, prepare, and cut fresh fruit for morning and afternoon snacks
• Clean and sanitize snack bins daily
• Maintain a clean, organized, and sanitary kitchen environment
• Heat and distribute lunches during scheduled lunch times
• Complete required Food Handlers course and maintain food safety standards

School Operations & Organization

• Maintain the school supply closet
• Keep accurate records of supplies needed for ordering
• Distribute supplies to teachers as requested
• Ensure shared spaces are clean and organized

Classroom Support

• Assist in classrooms as needed
• Provide bathroom breaks for teachers
• Help relieve teachers for scheduled lunch breaks
• Support staff and students throughout the building wherever assistance is needed

Training & Compliance

• Complete all required trainings for working in a licensed childcare facility, including food handling certification
• Follow all health, safety, and sanitation policies

Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced school environment
• Team-oriented and dependable
• Comfortable working around young children
• Prior experience in a school or childcare setting preferred (but not required)

Benefits for Full-Time Employees

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health and Dental Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan Option
• Paid training and professional development
• Supportive and positive work environment

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

If you are dependable, proactive, and excited to support a vibrant school community, we encourage you to apply! This position is available for an immediate start.