Infant/Toddler Assistant Teacher

The Goddard School; Collierville (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

The Goddard School is hiring a full-time infant/toddler assistant teacher to join our team today. If you have experience with children ages 0-2, we’d love to discuss a career in early childhood education within a safe, nurturing environment.

We offer a premium educational experience and a path for professional development through Goddard Systems University, with CEUs and a CDA credential. Competitive benefits include retirement plans, insurance, paid time off, and ongoing support from leadership.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Empathy and compassion

Dependable and adaptable

Teamwork

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

Education

Associate or BA in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred

High school diploma

Job description

No nights and weekends! We are looking for full-time infant/toddler assistant teachers to join our team today. If you have experience working with children ages 0-2, 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

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

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

• 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
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience
• 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. 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.

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.