Assistant Teacher - Toddler

The Goddard School; Doylestown (Bucks County); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

PTO

Paid holidays

Childcare discount

401k match

CDA training

Professional development

Mentorship

Staff outings

Recognition programs

On-site ownership

Renovated classrooms

Job summary

The Goddard School – Doylestown is hiring an Assistant Toddler Teacher to join our toddler classroom team. You will support children ages 1–3 with engaging activities, guided by an experienced Lead Teacher, fostering language, social, and physical development in a warm, nurturing environment.

We offer a stable, reputable setting with no late nights, weekends, or holidays. Benefits include medical, dental, vision insurance, PTO, childcare discount, 401(k) with employer match, CDA training,

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education a plus.
• Previous experience working with toddlers or young children in a licensed childcare setting preferred
• Genuine patience, warmth, and empathy for toddlers and their families
• Comfortable with all aspects of toddler care including diapering and feeding routines
• Collaborative team player who also works well independently
• Basic understanding of toddler development milestones
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that support toddler growth and curiosity
• Support each child's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development during this critical stage
• Help toddlers navigate key milestones including language development, independence, and self-regulation
• Prepare classroom materials and maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment
• Provide individualized attention, supervision, and nurturing care to children in your room
• Communicate with families daily about their child's milestones, activities, and progress
• Support routine toddler care tasks including meals, diapering, and rest routines
• Adhere to all health, safety, and licensing guidelines

Skills

Patience

Empathy

Teamwork

Communication

Education

High school diploma

AS/BA in Early Childhood Education (plus)

Job description

• PTO and paid holidays (including christmas break)
• 401k with employer match
• CDA credential training
• Quarterly staff outings
• Staff recognition and appreciation programs
• Supportive, on-site ownership

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision insurance
• PTO and paid holidays (including christmas break)
• Childcare discount
• 401k with employer match
• CDA credential training
• Quarterly staff outings
• Staff recognition and appreciation programs
• Supportive, on-site ownership

Love working with toddlers? We're looking for a patient, energetic Assistant Toddler Teacher to join our toddler classroom team. You'll work alongside an experienced Lead Teacher supporting children ages 1–3 years through one of the most exciting and rapid stages of development — first words, first friendships, and first big steps toward independence.

Assistant Toddler Teacher Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate activities that support toddler growth and curiosity
• Support each child's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development during this critical stage
• Help toddlers navigate key milestones including language development, independence, and self-regulation
• Prepare classroom materials and maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating learning environment
• Provide individualized attention, supervision, and nurturing care to children in your room
• Communicate with families daily about their child's milestones, activities, and progress
• Support routine toddler care tasks including meals, diapering, and rest routines
• Adhere to all health, safety, and licensing guidelines

What We Offer

• No nights, no weekends, no holidays — every week is predictable
• $16–$18 per hour based on experience
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Childcare discount for your own children
• 401(k) with employer match
• CDA credential training provided — we invest in your growth
• Professional development and ongoing training
• Hands-on mentorship from experienced lead teachers and school leadership
• Staff recognition and appreciation programs
• Quarterly staff outings
• Supportive, on-site ownership that is present and invested in your success
• Newly renovated classrooms — bright, modern, and designed for great teaching

Are You a Fit?

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education a plus
• Previous experience working with toddlers or young children in a licensed childcare setting preferred
• Genuine patience, warmth, and empathy for toddlers and their families
• Comfortable with all aspects of toddler care including diapering and feeding routines
• Collaborative team player who also works well independently
• Basic understanding of toddler development milestones
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children

Who Are We?

The Goddard School of Doylestown on Farm Lane serves children from six weeks to six years old in the heart of Bucks County, conveniently located near Warrington, New Britain, Chalfont, and New Hope.

As part of the Goddard franchise system, in operation for 35 years, we are backed by one of the most trusted names in early childhood education with over 600 schools nationwide.

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.