Toddler Teacher

The Goddard School; Huntingdon Valley (PA); On-site; USD 16,531 - 22,041; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Tuition assistance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Company parties

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Free food & snacks

Job summary

The Goddard School in Huntingdon Valley, PA is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher to support the Lead Teacher in delivering engaging activities, maintaining a safe classroom, and fostering a love of learning.

Join a collaborative team focused on child-centered care. Ideal candidates bring energy, creativity, and a passion for early childhood development. This daytime role offers development opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting.
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children.
• Works productively without supervision.
• Basic understanding of child development.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development.
• Prepare classroom materials and ensure safety and cleanliness.
• Supervise and provide individualized support to children.
• Assist in communicating with parents about their child’s progress and activities.
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines.
• Support routine child care tasks to promote a nurturing learning environment.

Skills

Empathy

Patience

Communication

Classroom management

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred

Job description

The Goddard School® located in Huntingdon Valley is seeking a motivated and caring Teacher. At our School, we put our teachers first because they put our students first. You'll support the Lead Teacher in creating engaging programs, managing the classroom and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment. Bring your energy, enthusiasm and creativity to our supportive, collaborative team.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Tuition assistance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Free food & snacks

At our School, we put our teachers first because they put our students first. You'll support the Lead Teacher in creating engaging programs, managing the classroom and ensuring a safe, stimulating environment. Bring your energy, enthusiasm and creativity to our supportive, collaborative team.

Nurture your growth. Empower your success. Join our welcoming community, where you can grow and make a real difference in children’s lives every day. If you’re passionate about education and children, and ready to advance your career, we’d love to hear from you!

Assistant Teacher Key Responsibilities

• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive and physical development
• Prepare classroom materials and ensure safety and cleanliness
• Supervise and provide individualized support to children
• Assist in communicating with parents about their child’s progress and activities
• Adhere to health and safety guidelines
• Support routine child care tasks to promote a nurturing learning environment

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage
• Medical insurance (health, dental, vision)
• Paid time off and holidays
• No nights, weekend and holiday schedules
• Childcare reimbursement/discount
• Retirement plan benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Professional development and CDA tuition reimbursement
• Recognition programs

Qualifications

• High school diploma required; associate or bachelor's in Early Childhood Education preferred
• Previous experience working with young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting
• Shows empathy and compassion for young children
• Works productively without supervision
• Basic understanding of child development
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children