Benefits:

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

Assistant Teacher – The Goddard School

At The Goddard School, Assistant Teachers play a vital role in creating a nurturing, safe, and engaging learning environment. They support Lead Teachers in implementing the school’s play-based curriculum and fostering holistic development in young children.

Responsibilities:

Create a Safe Environment

Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly classroom

Follow all health and safety policies

Ensure children are always within state ratio requirements

Support Learning & Development

Assist in implementing the Wonder of Learning curriculum

Encourage exploration, creativity, and social interaction

Provide age-appropriate activities that balance teacher- and child-directed play

Foster Emotional Growth

Promote positive guidance and respectful behavior

Support children’s self-esteem and social skills

Model empathy and cultural sensitivity

Collaborate & Communicate

Work closely with Lead Teachers and faculty

Communicate professionally with families

Attend meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities

Qualifications

High school diploma required; CDA or college coursework in Early Childhood Education preferred

Experience working with young children

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and engage in active play

Strong communication skills and comfort with technology (e.g., tablets)

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.