Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from The Goddard School
Job overview
The Assistant Preschool Teacher (Closing Shift) at The Goddard School supports early childhood education by implementing curriculum and fostering a nurturing environment for young children.
Responsibilities and impact
The role involves leading daily activities, managing classroom routines, communicating with families, ensuring health and safety, and participating in professional development.
Compensation and benefits
The position offers a competitive hourly wage, medical insurance, paid time off, no nights or weekends, childcare discounts, retirement plans, tuition reimbursement, and recognition programs, with benefits varying by location.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have a high school diploma, with preference for an associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education, 1-2 years of preschool experience preferred, CDA preferred, and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Career development
Opportunities include professional development, CDA tuition reimbursement, and growth within a supportive educational community.
Work environment and culture
The school promotes a supportive, fun, and nurturing workplace focused on teacher and student success, with state-of-the-art facilities.
Company information
The Goddard School is a franchise-based early childhood education provider with privately owned locations offering premium educational experiences.
Team overview
The candidate will join a collaborative team focused on early childhood education and student development.
Job location and travel
The position is located at The Goddard School in McKinney (Honey Creek), TX, with no nights, weekends, or holiday shifts required.
Unique job features
The job features no night or weekend shifts, a supportive environment, and a focus on professional growth and family communication.
Company overview
The Goddard School is a premier early childhood education provider that offers a play-based curriculum designed to foster learning and development in children from six weeks to six years old. They generate revenue through tuition fees paid by families for their educational programs and additional services such as summer camps. Founded in 1988, the company has grown significantly, now operating over 500 franchised locations across the United States, and is known for its commitment to high-quality education and safety standards.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight experience in early childhood education, emphasizing your ability to implement age-appropriate lesson plans and create a nurturing classroom environment.
Showcase skills in classroom management, positive behavioral guidance, and effective communication with parents and team members as these are key responsibilities for the Assistant Preschool Teacher role.
Apply through multiple channels including The Goddard School's corporate career site, local franchise job boards, and LinkedIn to maximize your application visibility.
Connect with current teachers or administrators at The Goddard School on LinkedIn; start conversations by mentioning your enthusiasm for their approach to early childhood education or asking about their favorite part of working at the school.
Optimize your resume for ATS by including keywords from the job description such as 'early childhood education,' 'lesson planning,' 'classroom management,' 'parent communication,' and 'professional development.'
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