The Goddard School® – Rockville, MD
The Goddard School® located in Rockville, MD is seeking a dependable, flexible, and caring Support Staff Teacher to join our team! This is a full time position.
This position is perfect for an educator who enjoys variety and working with children of different ages. Our Support Staff Teachers serve as an important part of our school community by providing classroom coverage and additional support throughout the building. Similar to an in-house substitute teacher, you may work in different classrooms depending on the needs of the school each day.
As a Support Staff Teacher, you'll work alongside our Lead and Assistant Teachers to create safe, nurturing, and engaging learning environments while helping our classrooms run smoothly.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide classroom coverage when teachers are absent, on breaks, in meetings, or completing planning time
- Support classrooms throughout the school based on daily staffing needs
- Assist Lead Teachers with classroom routines, learning activities, transitions, meals, naps, and outdoor play
- Engage children in meaningful, age-appropriate play and learning experiences
- Maintain a warm, positive, and nurturing classroom environment
- Follow established classroom schedules and lesson plans
- Help maintain classroom cleanliness, organization, and safety
- Supervise children closely and follow all health, safety, and licensing procedures
- Build positive relationships with children, families, teachers, and school leadership
- Be flexible and willing to assist wherever support is needed throughout the school
What We're Looking For
Our ideal Support Staff Teacher is:
- Dependable and punctual
- Flexible and comfortable working in multiple classrooms
- Patient, nurturing, and enthusiastic about working with young children
- Able to adapt quickly to different classroom routines and age groups
- A positive team player who is willing to jump in and help
- Professional and able to communicate effectively with coworkers and families
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced early childhood environment
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous childcare, preschool, daycare, or early childhood experience preferred
- Early Childhood Education coursework or certifications are a plus
- Must meet all Maryland childcare licensing requirements for the position
- Must successfully complete required background screening and employment requirements
- Ability to lift and carry young children and actively participate in classroom activities
- Willingness to complete required professional development and training
Why Join The Goddard School?
At The Goddard School, our teachers are at the heart of everything we do. You'll join a collaborative team that values communication, teamwork, professional growth, and creating meaningful experiences for children.
As a Support Staff Teacher, you'll also have the unique opportunity to get to know children and teachers throughout the entire school while gaining experience with a variety of age groups and classroom environments.
If you're dependable, flexible, love working with children, and enjoy being part of a team, we'd love to meet you!
Apply today to join The Goddard School of Rockville!
This Is Your Moment
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.
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.
