Assistant Teacher

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Looking for a job with lots of variety at an organization that values FUN? Wonderspring is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join the team at our STAR 4 early childhood education center in Narberth. In this position, you will have lots of opportunities to gain new skills and develop as a teacher. The ideal candidate enjoys working with young children and is dedicated to creating a nurturing learning atmosphere for every child. Wonderspring Narberth has well established infant, toddler and preschool programs with an excellent reputation and is located right outside of West Philadelphia.
Come work for an organization that values FUN and that is committed to helping employees develop their skills and talents!
Tasks
Assist in planning and facilitating a developmentally appropriate curriculum for children including those with special needs.
In conjunction with lead teacher, complete children’s daily communication forms, semi-annual assessments, anecdotal records and positive communications with parents including parent/teacher conferences.
Maintain physical environment to ensure sanitation and safety of the children and staff in compliance with DHS licensing regulations,NAEYC and Keystone Star accreditations. Provide support as requested in the plan for licensing and monitors’ visits
Develop and maintain Professional Development Record (PDR) through in-service and outside training
Assume lead teacher classroom responsibilities in the event of his/her absence
All other duties as required to ensure the successful operation of the center
Record time worked by clocking-in and -out at your designated timeclock
Requirements
Two (2) years’ experience working with children, required
CDA, AA or higher in Early Childhood Education or a related field
Excellent, interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills reflecting strong customer service and the ability to interact effectively with children, staff and guardians
Benefits
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Employer paid basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance
Health Savings Account with employer contribution
Flexible Spending Account and Dependent Care FSA
Time Off
Vacation, Sick, and Holiday pay
Retirement
Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
Retirement Education
Additional Benefits
Employee Referral Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
College tuition discount
Pet Insurance discount
Wonderspring is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, national origin, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, political affiliations, marital or veteran status. No application will be rejected as a result of a disability that, with reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential job duties.
Wonderspring is a nonprofit provider of high-quality early childhood education and school-age care serving families in Philadelphia, Montgomery and Delaware Counties. Wonderspring’s programs offer a safe and nurturing environment, qualified staff, and age appropriate curriculum to encourage learning, development, and growth during the most important years of a child’s life. Early Childhood Education (ECE) programs are comprised of infant, toddler, preschool, and pre-k classrooms including Early Head Start and Pre-K Counts to ensure kindergarten readiness for every child. School Age programs provide before and after school care to children in the Colonial school district. Our commitment to excellence is nationally recognized by multiple agencies including: NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children), NAA (National Afterschool Association) and COA (Council on Accreditation).
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Location:
Narberth
Job Type:
PartTime

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