Description

Play & Learn Gerstadt Center of Abington is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team of dynamic educators!

Work in a fun and friendly environment, where PLAYING & LEARNING come together!

Play and Learn Gerstadt Center provides convenient, on-site child care for Abington Jefferson Health employees and students.

Playing is the path to learning for young children. Play is needed for healthy development. At Play & Learn, we are experts at combining play with age-appropriate curriculum to foster independence in children and help them develop their own unique concepts and learning style. In our classrooms, you’ll find art, music, and laughter in the air. We offer a host of interactive opportunities for learning, growing and exploring. For 36 years, Play & Learn has provided the highest quality in early childhood education. We believe that as children interact with people and materials in a learning environment, they develop their own unique concepts and Ideas. Our teaching staff, directors and administrators are committed to working together with families to create a safe, educational and fun setting for children.

We are seeking qualified Teachers for Preschool and Toddler classes who will:

• Meet the individual needs of the children providing the highest quality of care
• Develop Lesson plans
• Implement Play & Learn’s Curriculum
• Support our children and families as a member of a team
• Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment
• Promote a nurturing and learning environment
• Create a multi-cultural learning environment
• Engage and encourage creativity through art, music, and play
• Plan and implement activities that develop self-esteem and social skills
• Participate in staff and training meetings

Full-time positions available. Hours are M-F either 8-5 or 9-6.

The benefits our dedicated team of professionals enjoy:

• Medical/dental
• Sick
• Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• 403 (b) with employer match
• Education assistance and reimbursement
• Discounted Childcare
• Employee referral program

Please visit our website www.playandlearn.com for a full listing of open job opportunities.

Play & Learn is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, age, sex, religion, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity or expression, or any other basis protected by local, state or federal law.

Requirements

Qualified applicants for the Preschool Teacher position will meet the following requirements:

• 2 years of related child care experience
• Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education or related field 
• PA State Certification in Early Childhood or Private Academic Nursery Kindergarten Certification 

• Physically able to lift a minimum of 40lbs, work indoors or outdoors. Must be able to engage in physical activities with the ability to lift, sit, stand, walk, crouch, push, pull.

• Passionate about building positive relationships with children and families

Qualified applicants for the Toddler Teacher position will meet the following requirements:

• 2 years of related child care experience
• CDA or 6 Credits in Early Childhood Education 
• Associate Degree in Early Childhood or related field a plus!

• Physically able to lift a minimum of 40lbs, work indoors or outdoors. Must be able to engage in physical activities with the ability to lift, sit, stand, walk, crouch, push, pull.

• Passionate about building positive relationships with children and families