The Teacher Asst helps create a caring, safe environment for the children and assists in activities to deliver quality educational care. Contributes to a well-run, organized, responsive environment. Works with Teacher by contributing to planning and implementation of activities and lessons.Follows direction of Teacher to sustain day-to-day responsibilities including facilitating learning experiences, room arrangement, personal care routines, health and safety practices, and supervision of children. Completes Daily Sheets, Illness/Injury Reports and records observation notes of children's skills and abilities. Completes periodic assessments/screenings, provides input for preparation of children's progress reports.

Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent (Required)
Non-Degree: Certified Child Development Associate (CDA) or 9 college credits in Early Childhood Education (Required)

Experience
2 Years of experience in a center-based preschool or infant/toddler setting (Preferred)
General Experience and demonstrated understanding and facilitation of Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP) in all areas of work (Preferred)

• General Experience and knowledge of Ages & Stages Questionnaires, Ounce Scale, and Work Sampling (Preferred)
• General Experience and knowledge of DPW Regulations for Childcare Facilities (Preferred)
• General Experience and knowledge of Environmental Rating Scale (ERS), PA Early Learning Standards and NAEYC Standards (Preferred)

License/Certifications

Required within 90 days of hire: Completion of Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality, Pediatric First Aid CPR and Mandated Reporter Training. Mandated Reporter Training to be maintained every 5 years. Fire Safety Training required within a year of hire

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Ability to Relocate:

• Philadelphia, PA 19111: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person