Early Childhood Education Teacher Assistant

The Goddard School

  • Englewood Cliffs, NJ
  • $16.00-18.00 per hour
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Competitive salary
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development
We are looking for full time assistant teachers to join our team today. If you have experience working with children, we’d love to talk to you about a career in early childhood education. Click apply now to jumpstart your teaching career today!Benefits & Perks of Working at a Goddard School:
  • Your well-being is important to us! We offer a variety of benefits including paid time off and holidays, 401k with 100% match and free/discounted childcare.
  • Your professional development is prioritized! Our own Goddard Systems University is accredited by IACET to provide Continuing Education Units (CEUs). 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 director and we ensure you have the resources to make your classroom a success. Join a growing team of teachers who are working for a company that provides advancement opportunities, encourages open communication and offers the highest-quality early childhood development program in the country.
  • We recognize our teachers! We have recognition programs that are offered throughout the year.
Responsibilities of an Assistant Teacher include the following:
  • Establishing and maintaining a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment
  • Implementing fun lesson plans geared towards educational success and based on our accredited curriculum
  • Working with an experienced team enabling you to showcase your strengths and creativity within a healthy and functional work environment
  • Establishing a home-school connection and positive family relations through interactive communication with parents
Qualifications
  • Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred. Proof of current enrollment in a Bachelor's, Associate's or CDA Credentialing Program will also be considered.
  • Prior experience working with children under 5 years of age
  • Strong work ethic and communication skills, and enjoys working together toward a common goal
  • 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. For Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib
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 SchoolsAs 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.

The Goddard School