Toddler Lead Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

WHY THIS JOB IS DIFFERENT

This is your classroom. Not someone else's plan you're executing. Yours to lead, shape, and own. We're looking for an experienced Lead Teacher who's ready to take real ownership of our toddler room and bring their own style of patience, creativity, and leadership to it.

You'll also lead people, not just children. As Lead Teacher, you'll directly supervise and mentor an Assistant Teacher, building your leadership experience while shaping someone else's growth in this field. If you've been waiting for a role that actually trusts you with responsibility, this is it.

You'll work Monday through Friday — no nights, no weekends, no holiday schedules. Your evenings and weekends are yours.

We're under new ownership and in the middle of a real transformation. Classrooms have been expanded and brightened, new lighting is in, and more upgrades are coming. And unlike a lot of childcare centers, our owner is on-site, engaged, and invested, not a name on a corporate letterhead somewhere else. You'll have real support, real visibility, and a real say in how your classroom runs.

We also offer a 401(k) with employer match — a benefit most childcare centers don't provide, and one more way we invest in your future, not just your paycheck.

CAREER PATH AT THE GODDARD SCHOOL

We invest in our people. Lead Teachers who show initiative and leadership have a clear path toward broader classroom leadership and Director roles. We'll support your ambitions through mentorship, professional development, and ongoing training.

LEAD TODDLER TEACHER KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate activities and lesson plans aligned with The Goddard School curriculum for younger toddlers
• Foster each child's social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development during this critical growth stage
• Support toddlers through key milestones including language development, independence, potty training, and self-regulation
• Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating classroom environment that meets all health and licensing standards
• Supervise and mentor an Assistant Teacher in the toddler classroom
• Communicate daily with parents regarding their child's milestones, behavior, progress, and daily activities
• Manage toddler-specific classroom dynamics including transitions, routines, and behavior guidance with patience and consistency
• Maintain accurate developmental records and portfolios for each child
• Adhere to all health, safety, and licensing guidelines

WHAT WE OFFER

• $18–$23 per hour based on experience
• Monday–Friday only — no nights, no weekends, no holidays
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Childcare discount for your own children
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• 401(k) with employer match
• CDA tuition reimbursement (for staff pursuing their CDA)
• Staff recognition and appreciation programs

QUALIFICATIONS

• CDA, Associate, or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field required; Bachelor's preferred
• Minimum 2 years of experience working with toddlers or young children in a licensed childcare or preschool setting
• Strong understanding of toddler development including language acquisition, emotional regulation, and independence-building
• Demonstrates patience, consistency, and genuine warmth with toddlers and their families
• Ability to lead and collaborate effectively with classroom team members
• Strong daily communication skills with parents — written and verbal updates are a key part of this role
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the handling of children

ABOUT US

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.

We are a school in the middle of an exciting transformation. New ownership brought new energy, new investment, and a clear vision: to become the best early childhood program in this area. Our teachers are the heart of that vision and we take care of them.

If you're an experienced educator ready to lead your own classroom and grow your career we'd love to meet you.

Apply today — we review applications on a rolling basis.