Infant Assistant Teacher

Infant Teacher at The Goddard School

No Nights and Weekends! The Goddard School of State College is seeking candidates for a full-time Teacher in our Infant program.

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Candidates will help create a caring, nurturing, and safe environment for the children and assist in activities to improve the overall care and quality of education.

Job Responsibilities:

• Establish and maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing learning environment.
• Plan learning activities within established classroom centers.
• Implement prepared lessons and activities in small and large group settings throughout the program day.
• Assist children with managing all parts of the program day including transitions between activities, meals, toileting/diapering & washing hands, structured activities, etc.
• Establish positive and effective family relations through interactive parent communication.
• Ensure compliance with Goddard’s Industry‑leading Quality Assurance standards.

Qualifications:

• Shows empathy and compassion for young children.
• Is dependable, adaptable, and enjoys working together toward a common goal.
• Experience working with children in a childcare, daycare, volunteer or babysitting setting for Assistant Teachers.
• A degree or certificate (CDA) in early childhood, elementary education, related human services field or early childhood coursework is preferred for Lead Teachers.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. in the handling of children and facilitate 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.

Required Licensure &

Certifications:

• Health Assessment and TB Test
• FBI/Fingerprint Clearance
• Child Abuse Clearance
• Criminal Background Clearance
• Mandated Reporter Training

All candidates must have a desire to work with children and families, be committed to professional development, and be a team player.

The Goddard School is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

K, Pre Kindergarten, Preschool

Entry level

Full-time

Education and Training

Education Administration Programs