Preschool Teacher-Full Time

The Goddard School of Simpsonville Harrison Bridge, SC; Simpsonville (SC); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with employer match

Health insurance

Training & development

Competitive salary

Paid time off

Childcare discounts

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading early childhood education center in Simpsonville seeks full-time preschool assistant teachers passionate about working with children. Candidates with an Associate or Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education are preferred. This role involves supporting lead teachers, managing classroom activities, and nurturing children's development. Benefits include competitive salary, health insurance, training for teaching certifications, and a supportive work environment that fosters professional growth.

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field preferred.
• Must show empathy and compassion for young children.
• Dependable, adaptable, and enjoys working towards common goals.
• Works well without supervision and is team-oriented.
• Demonstrates empathy and compassion for young children.
• Reliable, adaptable and collaborative.
• Strong verbal and written communication and listening skills.
• Calmly handle stressful situations while multitasking.
• Must lift up to 50 lbs for child care tasks.

Responsibilities

• Support lead teachers and directors in classroom management.
• Adhere to school policies and maintain a safe environment.
• Assist in the facilitation of programs and handle children safely.

Skills

Effective communication with children and parents

Empathy and compassion

Ability to work independently

Stress management and multitasking

Excellent verbal and written skills

Verbal and written communication

Stress management and multitasking

Lifts up to 50 lbs

Education

Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA)

Job description

We are looking for preschool assistant teachers full‑time to join our team today. If you are interested in a career working with children, we’d love to talk to you about what your career path could look like in early childhood education. If you are a college student looking for part‑time work, this is an excellent opportunity to gain teaching experience in early childhood education. Click apply now to jumpstart your teaching career today! No nights and weekends!

Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty
• Works productively without supervision
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Is dependable and adaptable and enjoys working together toward a common goal
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with an outstanding ability to listen and follow up on issues constructively
• Ability to calmly address stressful situations professionally while multi‑tasking to ensure smooth school operations
• 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

Benefits

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

Benefits & Perks of Working at Our Goddard School

• Your well‑being is important to us! We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, a generous childcare discount, and a 401K plus employer match.
• Your professional development is prioritized! We will train you and pay for the certifications for you to become a teacher, including a CDA (Child Development Associate). We also pride ourselves on promoting from within so you can grow your teaching career with us.
• You will be a part of a supportive team! All assistant teachers will get support from our lead teachers and directors every step of the way to help develop and grow their teaching skills.

Have you been searching for a career that will allow you to use your experience and creativity to contribute to shaping children's lives? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that's supportive and fun? If so, then The Goddard School is the place for you! We offer a premium educational experience in our state‑of‑the‑art facilities 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.

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.