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Toddler teaching assistants are educators who support lead teachers in early childhood classrooms, specifically working with children aged one to three years old. They help create a safe, nurturing environment, assist with classroom activities, and attend to the basic needs of toddlers such as feeding, diapering, and supervision. Their role is crucial in fostering developmental skills, socialization, and early learning in young children. Toddler teaching assistants also help with classroom organization and communication with parents under the direction of the lead teacher.

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To thrive as a Toddler Teaching Assistant, you need knowledge of early childhood development, basic first aid, and often a high school diploma or relevant childcare certification. Familiarity with classroom management tools, child observation software, and safety protocols is typically required. Patience, strong communication, and a nurturing attitude are crucial soft skills for building trust and engaging effectively with young children. These skills ensure a safe, supportive environment where toddlers can learn, grow, and develop essential social and cognitive skills.

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As a Toddler Teaching Assistant, you may encounter challenges such as maintaining the attention of young children, addressing a variety of developmental needs, and managing occasional behavioral issues. Toddlers are learning to communicate and regulate their emotions, so patience and creativity in engaging them are essential. Collaborating closely with lead teachers and caregivers ensures consistency and helps create a safe, nurturing environment for children to thrive.

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To become a toddler teaching assistant, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent and may pursue relevant certifications such as CPR and first aid. Experience working with young children, patience, strong communication skills, and the ability to follow curriculum guidelines are important. Some positions may require background checks and a basic understanding of child development.
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Infographic showing various Toddler Teaching Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 50% Full Time, and 50% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $34,216 per year, or $16.4 per hour.

Toddler Teaching Assistant

Toddler's Morning Out, Inc.

Norwich, VT

$21 - $23/hr

Part-time

PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job description


About This Role

Join our vibrant and experienced team at Toddler’s Morning Out, a trusted early childhood program in the Upper Valley, where we've been nurturing young learners for over 35 years! We're a community that values creativity, confidence, and first friendships. Our dedicated staff, many of whom have been with us for years, are passionate about play-based learning and family engagement. If you're passionate about working with toddlers and enjoy a dynamic, collaborative environment, we'd love to discuss this opportunity with you!


As a key member of our teaching team, you'll play a vital role in shaping the educational experience of our little ones. With a typical commitment of 5 mornings per week (approximately 4 hours/morning), you'll have the chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our children and families. Our school calendar follows the Hanover NH/Norwich VT schedule, providing a stable and predictable work environment.


Ready to join our play-based learning community? We can't wait to meet our next team member!


What You'll Do
  • Supervises activities to ensure safety and well being of each child.
  • Conducts parent/teacher conferences
  • Shares responsibility for maintaining orderliness and cleanliness in the classroom.
  • Maintains cordial relationships with parents, and relays information to parents.
  • Promotes good hygiene.
  • Maintains prompt hours, notifies Director/Lead Teacher of absences, and assists in finding a substitute.
  • Creates warm, caring and safe environment for children.
  • Participates in monthly staff meetings.
  • Completes 15 hours of in-service professional development every 12-month period, as required by VT State Licensing
  • Set up activities, materials and equipment independently, or as directed.
  • Completes VT Child Care Orientation and Mandated Reporter Training
  • Completes Background Check, fingerprinting

Requirements
  • Background check/Fingerprinting
  • First Aid/CPR certified - TMO will provide training and support if required
  • The ideal candidate will have a highschool degree, with additional training/experience in early childhood education or a related field and/or will meet VT state licensing requirements for an assistant teacher. We will assist interested applicants in reviewing educational/licensing requirements.

Benefits

  • Paid professional development hours


    Paid CPR/First Aid Training if required


    Semiannual bonuses


    Paid personal days