Assistant Teacher

Be among the first 25 applicants. No nights and weekends.

Are you passionate about positively impacting children’s lives and making a difference in early childhood education? Are you an energetic, nurturing person looking for a workplace that’s supportive and fun? If so, 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.

• 401(k)
• Employee discounts
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Your well‑being is important to us – many schools offer medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off and holidays, and childcare discounts.
• Your professional development is prioritized – our Goddard Systems University provides CEUs and many schools offer CDA credentials and tuition reimbursement.
• You will be part of a supportive team – teachers have full support from directors, including planning and resource time.
• We recognize our teachers – we have recognition programs throughout the year.

Our lead teachers are responsible for coordinating the daily operations of assigned classes. Teachers plan, present, and evaluate educational and recreational activities for childcare in a safe environment. They work directly with children and parents daily to provide quality customer service and keep communication open through mobile apps and personal discussions.

• Feel a sense of accomplishment as you experience the laughter and wonder of children participating in activities you planned.
• Observe children’s interests and work with other teachers to develop creative ideas for an engaging curriculum.
• Communicate with parents daily about their children’s adventures and achievements.
• Engage with other childcare professionals and continue to grow in your profession.

• Associate or Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood Education or related field preferred.
• Child Development Associate (CDA) preferred.
• 1–2 years of previous experience preferred.
• Successfully completed state‑required pre‑service training.
• Develops relationships and communicates effectively with children, parents, and faculty members.
• 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 Infant and Young Toddler Teachers, must be able to properly lift infants into and out of a crib.
• Meets background check eligibility.

As part of a larger franchise system in operation for 35 years, we are the premier 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. All Goddard Schools are held to high standards of education, care, and safety. We are proudly accredited by Cognia and Partnership for 21st Century Learning.