Assistant Teacher

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.

• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance

• Maintain a clean, organized, and child-friendly classroom
• Follow all health and safety policies
• Ensure children are always within state ratio requirements

• 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

• Promote positive guidance and respectful behavior
• Support children’s self-esteem and social skills
• Model empathy and cultural sensitivity

• Work closely with Lead Teachers and faculty
• Communicate professionally with families
• Attend meetings, training sessions, and professional development opportunities

• 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.