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Assistant Teacher
The Goddard SchoolPiscataway, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Mar 2026
💰 $30,000/yr
About the role
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Benefits:
Childhood is full of bright sparks of discovery—those little moments that make us smile and say “wow.” Your career at The Goddard School can feel that way too.
For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have celebrated teachers as the heart of everything we do—because you put each child at the center of everything you do. We trust, support, and appreciate our amazing educators. Grow your teaching skills in a fun, nurturing environment and make a meaningful difference in children’s lives every single day.
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing age-appropriate lesson plans
- Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development through active engagement and positive interactions
- Prepare classroom materials and ensure a safe, clean and inviting learning environment
- Supervise and provide individualized support to children and foster a sense of belonging
- Assist in communicating with families about their child’s progress and daily activities
- Adhere to health and safety guidelines and licensing regulations to ensure a secure environment
- Support daily care routines and tasks to promote a nurturing learning environment
- High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred
- Shows empathy and compassion for young children
- Works productively without supervision
- Basic understanding of child development
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children
- Must pass required state background checks and meet state minimum education, experience and credential requirements
Childhood is full of bright sparks of discovery—those little moments that make us smile and say “wow.” Your career at The Goddard School can feel that way too.
For more than 35 years, Goddard Schools have celebrated teachers as the heart of everything we do—because you put each child at the center of everything you do. We trust, support, and appreciate our amazing educators. Grow your teaching skills in a fun, nurturing environment and make a meaningful difference in children’s lives every single day.
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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