Teacher Assistant & Floater

Teaching Position At The Goddard School

The joy of childhood comes from those bright sparks of discovery -- moments that delight and surprise us. Your career at The Goddard School can be just as exciting. For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have put each teacher at the heart of everything we do because teachers put each student at the heart of everything they do. The Goddard School trusts, empowers, and honors its exceptional educators. Develop your teaching skills in a vibrant and nurturing environment and make a difference in children's lives every day.

The Goddard School Henderson locations have the BEST families, faculty, and facility. We offer a stable, fun, and accepting work environment! You deserve to come to work every day and be happy! We are seeking qualified candidates to join our team today, including experienced professionals and those new to the field, who are willing to learn. Must be able to work Monday-Friday. During the interview process, you will complete the application and then visit each age group to gain a comprehensive understanding of our culture, teaching philosophy, and expectations.

At Goddard Henderson:

• We are NAEYC certified. There is a difference between "preschool" and "daycare"!
• You will always be supported and never out of ratio.
• We're here to help you and answer all of your questions. You will have all the resources you need to succeed in your classroom.
• You qualify for medical, vision & dental insurance after 60 days of employment.
• Our excellent benefits package includes: insurance, 401K, Holiday pay, paid time off, and TEACH scholarship.

Minimum Requirements

• Kind, nurturing, and a positive attitude
• Ability to obtain live scan fingerprinting
• Ability to obtain a negative TB test
• Ability to obtain CPR card and complete all state-mandated courses within 30 days.
• High School Diploma at minimum, C.D.A., Associates, or Bachelors preferred
• Reliable Transportation (please see location)
• Able to work any shift between 7:00 am and 6:00 pm

Responsibilities

• Employ a variety of educational techniques (storytelling, educational play, media, etc.) to teach children
• Help children improve their social competencies and build self-esteem
• Encourage children to interact with each other and resolve occasional arguments
• Communicate with parents regularly to understand the children's background and psyche
• Collaborate with other educators
• Maintain a clean and safe classroom environment

Compensation: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour