Lead Toddler Teacher — Nurturing Curious Minds

Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day; Bethesda (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Holidays

Medical with HRA

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

403(b) retirement savings plan

Wonders tuition discounts

Professional development training

Job summary

Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day is seeking an Early Learning Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate childcare within our ECE programs. The Assistant Teacher supports a team approach to implement Wonders' curriculum and philosophy.

You will help create a safe, engaging classroom that reflects diversity and fosters social, emotional, and cognitive growth in young children. The role emphasizes teamwork, ongoing training, and meaningful family communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum of AA in Early Childhood Education, or 90-hour Preschool Course (if degree is not in ECE), or CDA credential.
• 9-hour Communication course (if candidate does not have a college degree or college units).
• Must qualify as Maryland State Senior Staff.

Responsibilities

• Plan and participate in special events for children and families.
• Maintain spaces that are safe, engaging and organized.
• Reflect and support children’s lives and work while addressing diversity.
• Communicate with families regularly about curriculum and development.
• Participate in accreditation and re-accreditation processes for your site.
• Attend MSDE/OCC approved staff training annually.

Skills

Creative

Nurturing

Detail-oriented

Team collaboration

Adaptable

Innovative

Education

AA in Early Childhood Education

90-hour Preschool Course

CDA credential

Job description

Wonders Early Learning + Extended Day is seeking an Early Learning Teacher to provide developmentally appropriate childcare within our ECE programs. The Assistant Teacher supports a team approach to implement Wonders' curriculum and philosophy.

You will help create a safe, engaging classroom that reflects diversity and fosters social, emotional, and cognitive growth in young children. The role emphasizes teamwork, ongoing training, and meaningful family communication.