Part Time - Assistant Teacher
Listed on 2026-10-13
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Education / Teaching
Preschool / Daycare, Entry Level Education, Early Childhood Education
- Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
- Recognition programs
- 401(k)
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
- No nights and weekends
- Childcare discount
- Tuition reimbursement
- Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
- Recognition programs
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
The Goddard School® located at 2496 Bushwood Drive Elgin, IL 60124 is seeking an energetic, caring Part‑Time Assistant Teacher to join our team! This role is ideal for high school and college students who enjoy working with young children and want a meaningful job in a positive, supportive environment.
At our School, we put our teachers first because they put our students first. You’ll work alongside a Lead Teacher to create engaging activities, support classroom routines, and help maintain a safe, nurturing space for every child.
Responsibilities- Assist the Lead Teacher with age‑appropriate lesson plans and hands‑on activities
- Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
- Help prepare classroom materials and maintain a clean, organized environment
- Provide individualized attention and help children feel welcomed and supported
- Assist with daily communication to families about classroom activities
- Follow all health, safety, and licensing guidelines
- Support daily routines such as snack time, playtime, and transitions
- High school diploma or currently enrolled in high school/college
- Friendly, patient, and compassionate with young children
- Able to work independently and take initiative
- Basic understanding of child development (training provided)
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. when needed
- Must pass required state background checks and meet licensing requirements
- Flexible part‑time scheduling that fits around school commitments
- A fun, supportive team that values your creativity and ideas
- Hands‑on experience in early childhood education
- A warm, welcoming community where you can grow your skills
- A chance to make a real difference in children’s lives every day
If you’re energetic, nurturing, and looking for a rewarding part‑time job, we’d love to hear from you. Join our team and help children become joyful, confident learners ready for success in school and 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.
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