Are you a college student interested in education, child development, psychology, social work, or a future career working with children? Are you looking for meaningful, part-time work that fits around your class schedule?
The Goddard School® located at: 1035 Middletown Road, Hummelstown, PA 17036, is seeking a dependable, caring, and enthusiastic Part-Time Assistant Teacher to join our welcoming school community.
Available Shifts
Candidates may be available for either shift:
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Afternoons: 2:00–5:30 p.m.
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Mornings: 7:00–9:00 a.m.
This position is especially well suited for a college student with morning or afternoon/early-evening availability who is interested in gaining hands-on experience working with young children.
What You’ll Do
As an Assistant Teacher, you will work alongside our experienced teachers to:
- Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development through positive interactions and active engagement
- Assist with age-appropriate classroom activities, transitions, and daily routines
- Help children feel safe, supported, and included
- Supervise children and provide individualized care and encouragement
- Prepare classroom materials and maintain a clean, safe, and inviting learning environment
- Support meals, toileting, diapering, rest periods, and other daily care routines as needed
- Assist with communicating important information about children’s daily activities
- Follow all health, safety, licensing, and school procedures
Qualifications
- High school diploma required
- Interest in or aspiration toward working with children
- Previous experience with children is helpful but not required
- College coursework in education, early childhood education, psychology, social work, or a related field is a plus
- Caring, patient, dependable, and able to work collaboratively
- Willingness to learn about child development and developmentally appropriate practices
- Ability to work productively with guidance and independently when appropriate
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds in connection with the care and supervision of children
- Ability to pass all required state background checks and meet applicable state requirements
Grow With Us
At The Goddard School®, you will gain valuable experience while making a meaningful difference in children’s lives. You’ll become part of a supportive team committed to helping every child become a joyful, confident learner.
If you are energetic, nurturing, reliable, and excited to work with children, we would love to hear from you!
