Toddler Teacher - The Growing Place Child Care Centers

Toddler Teacher needed at our Kresgeville location. This is a full time, 12-month position. If you have joy to share, contact us! All of our jobs are Monday through Friday between 6:45 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. No nights or weekends!

We are looking for a caring and hard-working individual to deliver a developmentally appropriate program to up to 12 toddlers with an assistant teacher; to manage the group appropriately with safety first, and work seamlessly with assistant teachers. Responsible for cultivating social and emotional development; facilitating developmentally appropriate activities; caring for the whole child, including diapering and assisting with toileting as needed; and supporting our commitment to meeting the individual needs of each child and their family.

Associates in ECE or related field, classroom management and toddler experience preferred. Candidates must have at least two years of documented experience working with children. (Valid experience can include but is not limited to volunteering, coaching, tutoring, babysitting, and/or lifeguarding.) Caring for your own children does not count per PA regulations.

The Growing Place Child Care Centers are NAEYC-accredited and Keystone STAR Four rated, which is the highest quality in PA. Teamwork is very important in our organization, where we serve approximately 450 children, from eight weeks to 12 years old, in three large centers. The Growing Place is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Hourly rate is based on years of experience and college credits in ECE.

Before beginning work, applicants will need to provide:

• Proof of high school graduation or the equivalent
• Two written references
• Verification of experience working with children (in addition to child care center experience, valid experience can include but is not limited to volunteering, coaching, tutoring, babysitting, and/or life guarding. Caring for your own children does not count per PA regulations.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.65 - $18.23

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• relevant: 2 years (Preferred)
• classroom management: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person