Transitional Teacher - Toddler Preschool

Classroom Teacher – Toddler/Preschool Transitional Classroom

We are hiring a Classroom Teacher for our new Toddler/Preschool Transitional Classroom. This high‑energy role focuses on the development and education of children aged 2 to 3.5 years. The position requires a creative, positive, engaging team player who brings fun and dedication to these classrooms.

• Collaborate with a co‑teacher to prepare curriculum, lesson plans, materials, and monthly newsletters.
• Keep parents informed through the Class Dojo app and classroom boards.
• Provide a safe environment by maintaining an orderly, clean, and appealing classroom.
• Encourage children’s participation with age‑appropriate interactive activities.
• Maintain classroom cleanliness (opening/closing routines, wiping, vacuuming, sanitizing, trash, bathrooms).
• Engage with students in free play, supervise outdoor time, assist with bathroom needs and diapering, snacks, meals, and naptime.
• Adhere to the school’s structured schedules.
• Track children’s progress and complete assessments.
• Attend monthly staff meetings.
• Maintain required professional development hours and PQ registry.
• Other duties as assigned.

• EEC Teacher Infant/Toddler/Preschool Certification or CDA (required).
• Experience in a center‑based childcare, private or public school setting.
• Energetic approach to learning and positive attitude.
• Curiosity, creativity, and strong team‑focused mindset.
• Flexibility to work an 8‑hour shift within operating hours, including opening and closing shifts.
• Ability to spend extended periods on the floor with children.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand up to 90% of workday.
• Strong time‑management, attentiveness, and collaboration skills.

• Paid sick time.
• 14 paid holidays and a guaranteed paid week‑long winter break.
• Paid snow days and vacation time.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Long‑term disability.
• Company‑paid life insurance with optional voluntary coverage.
• Parental leave.
• Child‑care discount ($25/day).
• Weekly pay and direct deposit.
• Referral and enrollment bonuses.
• Classroom tablets and a budget for supplies.
• Paid classroom planning time.
• Free coffee and tea.
• Teacher’s lounge and break room.
• Mentor program and teacher appreciation events.
• Team‑building activities and holiday parties.
• School community outreach projects.
• Tuition coverage for all EEC Teacher/Director certifications.
• Tuition coverage for professional development through the Childcare Education Institute.
• Access to Penn Foster for college credits toward EEC teacher certification or to increase certificate level.
• No‑cost First Aid/CPR renewal and access to Teachers Pay Teachers.
• Extensive onboarding training.
• Paid professional development days and pay increases for certifications.
• Reimbursement for required background check processes.

* Available to full‑time employees only.