Infant Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School; Norristown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Job summary

The Goddard School in Norristown, PA is seeking an assistant teacher for our infant classroom. Positions are available as both part-time and full-time.

We welcome applicants with a passion for early childhood education and experience with children, along with a commitment to helping each child grow in a safe, caring environment. Responsibilities include supporting social and emotional development, fostering family relations, and collaborating with the lead teacher and faculty to maintain strong

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; ECE degree preferred.
• Empathy and compassion for young children.
• Dependable and adaptable; works well with others.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Support each child’s social and emotional development.
• Establish positive and effective family relations.
• Work with the lead teacher and in conjunction with the entire faculty.

Skills

Empathy

Dependable

Adaptable

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma

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

Job description

We are looking for an assistant teacher (part-time and full-time) for our infant classroom. If you have experience working with children, we’d love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School

• Your well-being is important to us! Our school offers medical 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

• 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, 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.

The Goddard School is an equal-opportunity Employer.