Teacher Assistant

Play and Learn; Lansdale (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental benefits

Paid time off

403(b) retirement plan with employer 


Tuition reimbursement and professional

Discounted childcare for employees

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Play & Learn, Lansdale, PA, seeks full-time Teacher Assistant for Toddler and Preschool classrooms. You will provide care, plan activities, and support development in a warm, collaborative environment.

We emphasize building strong relationships with families and colleagues, maintaining safety, and participating in ongoing professional development. 2+ years in child care preferred; CDA encouraged if not already completed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a formal child care setting.
• Willingness to earn a CDA if not already completed (support available).

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality care and supervision for infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children.
• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities aligned with Play & Learn’s curriculum.
• Support early development through music, movement, art, and play-based learning.
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members.
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment.
• Collaborate with your teaching team and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Reflect and model Play & Learn’s core values in daily work.

Skills

Child care

Team player

Family communication

Classroom management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA preferred or 9+ ECE

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: LANSDALE CENTER - LANSDALE, PA 19446

Job description:

Now Hiring Full-Time Teacher Assistants – Toddler and Preschool Classes

Play & Learn | Lansdale, PA

Are you a nurturing, energetic educator who loves helping young children grow, explore, and thrive? Play & Learn is currently hiring full-time assistants for Toddler and Preschool classroom at our Lansdale location.

At Play & Learn, play and learning go hand in hand. Our classrooms are warm, collaborative spaces where we build community, elevate play, and optimize well-being—for children and staff alike.

For more than 36 years, Play & Learn has been a trusted leader in early childhood education. We believe children learn best through meaningful relationships, hands-on experiences, and intentional play. Our teachers, directors, and administrators partner closely with families to create joyful, engaging environments where every child feels safe, supported, and inspired.

What You’ll Do

• Provide high-quality care and supervision for infants, toddlers, or preschool-aged children
• Plan and implement engaging, age-appropriate activities aligned with Play & Learn’s curriculum
• Support early development through music, movement, art, and play-based learning
• Build positive relationships with children, families, and fellow team members
• Maintain a safe, healthy, and nurturing classroom environment
• Collaborate with your teaching team and participate in ongoing professional development
• Reflect and model Play & Learn’s core values in your daily work

Why Join Play & Learn

• Competitive medical and dental benefits
• Paid sick leave, vacation, and holidays
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
• Discounted child care for employees
• Employee referral bonuses
• A mission-driven, supportive workplace where your work truly matters

Play & Learn is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a formal child care setting
• CDA or 9+ ECE preferred
• Willingness to earn a CDA if not already completed (support available)
• Ability to lift up to 40 lbs and actively engage with children indoors and outdoors
• A dependable, patient, and enthusiastic team player with a passion for early learning