Assistant teacher- Part Time

Overview

We are looking for a caring, dependable Closing Assistant Teacher to join our team. This position is ideal for someone who loves working with children and is eager to begin or grow a career in early childhood education. The Closing Assistant Teacher plays an important role in creating a calm, engaging end-of-day environment while ensuring classrooms are prepared for the following day.

• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Training & development

• Providing a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment for children during afternoon and closing hours
• Keeping accurate attendance and following proper classroom ratios
• Keeping children engaged with age-appropriate activities and structured play
• Supporting smooth transitions at the end of the day
• Performing daily closing procedures to ensure classrooms are clean, organized, and ready for the next day
• Assisting with light classroom cleaning and sanitizing per licensing guidelines
• Working collaboratively with teachers and administrative staff

• A genuine love for working with children
• Interest in beginning a career in early childhood education
• Reliable, punctual, and responsible
• Ability to follow routines, policies, and closing procedures
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Prior childcare experience is a plus, but not required

• Ideal hours for this position are 2:00–6:00 PM or 3:00–6:00 PM

• A positive, patient, and enthusiastic team member
• Someone who takes pride in maintaining a safe and welcoming environment
• An individual who understands the importance of consistency and accountability

• Supportive team and leadership
• Hands-on experience in early childhood education
• Opportunities for growth and training
• A rewarding role making a difference in children’s daily lives

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.