Toddler Assistant Teacher

Young World Physical Education; Chelmsford (MA); On-site; USD 25,141 - 28,103; Part time

Job summary

Young World Physical Education in Chelmsford seeks a Toddler Assistant Teacher to support early childhood programs. The role includes assisting with class activities and individualized student needs while ensuring compliance with classroom guidelines.

The ideal candidate should have an Early Childhood Teacher Certification or equivalent experience. Duties also involve classroom supervision and personal care of children. Strong collaboration with teachers is essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Certification in Early Childhood Education highly preferred.
• Experience working with toddlers in a school setting is essential.
• Knowledge of record-keeping requirements is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Assist the teacher in implementing the daily program plan.
• Create activities for small groups of students.
• Supervise and adhere to guidelines for classroom activities.

Skills

Early Childhood Teacher Certification or equivalent

Experience with age-appropriate students

Knowledge of classroom preparation

Demonstrated aptitude for responsibilities

Job description

Toddler Assistant Teacher

Location: Lions Pride Childcare Program, Chelmsford Community Education Center, Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Starting Date: Aug 27, 2026

Qualifications

• Early Childhood Teacher Certification or completion of a three-credit Child Growth and Development course, or equivalent preferred
• Experience working with age-appropriate students in a school setting
• Knowledge of classroom preparation and record-keeping requirements
• Related school experience desirable
• Demonstrated aptitude or competence for assigned responsibilities
• Alternatives approved by the Director of Community Education

Reports To

Childcare Supervisor and Director of Community Education

Job Goal

Assist in the coordination of the Community Education Early Childhood Programs to ensure proper instruction and activities for students.

Performance Responsibilities

1. Assist the teacher in providing the daily program plan
2. Implement and create activities for small groups
3. Accept and adhere to all guidelines set forth
4. Report necessary problems and/or information to teacher or supervisor
5. Confer with teachers, team leaders and other appropriate personnel regarding students' individualized needs
6. Assist with the supervision of students
7. Assume responsibility for classroom in teacher's short absence
8. Assume responsibility for all necessary personal care needs of the children (diapering/toileting care and feeding requirements)
9. Perform other related duties as directed or as responsibilities necessitate
10. Attend and complete all required trainings

Terms of Employment

• Start Date: 08/21/2025
• Salary: $18.25 – $20.40 per hour based on experience and education
• Program hours: 7:00 am – 5:00 pm (shift 8:00 am – 4:30 pm)
• Work year: 186 days (180 school days, full professional day, day before school starts, one day after school ends, one set‑up day, one clean‑up day)
• Personal days: 3 days for personal, legal, business, religious, household or family matters (approved 5 school days prior, emergency may be oral)
• Sick days: 13 days
• Vacation: 4 days during December recess for 0‑4 years of service; 8 days during December and February recesses for 5‑14 years; 12 days during December, February and April recesses for more than 15 years
• Lunch break: 30 minutes; additional 15‑minute break scheduled by supervisor and teacher

Evaluation

Performance will be evaluated annually in writing by the Childcare Supervisor.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required