Are you an experienced early childhood educator? Wonderspring is seeking a Kindergarten Enrichment Teacher to join the team at our early childhood education center in Havertown. Join a team dedicated to creating a fun, nurturing environment where children learn and thrive. You’ll be responsible for planning and implementing lessons based on the Creative Curriculum and the PA Early Learning Standards; executing best practices in education and health and safety; conducting assessments; and collaborating with parents and teachers to promote optimal development of each child. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and implement lessons based on developmentally appropriate practices that reflect the approved curriculum objectives. Wonderspring uses Creative Curriculum.
• Communicate weekly lesson plans with families and post the plans inside and outside of the classroom. 
• Supervise and ensure the safety and well-being of the children, be alert to the needs of children as individuals and as a group as outlined in the Wonderspring Supervision of Children and Child ID policies.
• Maintain a professional and positive attitude when interacting with children, parents, colleagues, and administrators. 
• Teach children how to use acceptable alternatives to challenging behavior to reduce conflict by using provided techniques such as FLIP IT and Second Step. 
• Observe children in the program throughout the year by recording observations, anecdotes, checklists, and other methods. 
• Assess children’s progress, routines, and interests, and keep parents informed of their child’s development.
• Conduct Family/Teacher Conferences at least twice a year in coordination with Center Administration.
• Provide and maintain a neat, organized classroom; take responsibility for the upkeep of materials and equipment. Engage children in housekeeping activities by encouraging them to store their toys and supplies in designated areas.
• Maintain a stimulating, aesthetically and educationally appealing room décor (display of children’s work, arrangement of bulletin boards, placement of books, science materials, etc.).
• Provide support in tracking and escorting enrichment students to and from school district buses, ensuring their safe and punctual transportation while adhering to established safety protocols and procedures.
• Manage the inventory and maintenance of all classroom supplies, furniture, materials, and equipment, ensuring adequate stock levels and operational functionality to support effective teaching and learning environments. 
• Collaborate in the preparation for licensing and monitor visits, actively participating in the planning process and assisting in ensuring compliance with regulations and standards set forth by licensing.
• Engage in Wonderspring staff meetings, attend in-services, external training programs, and actively participate in center events to foster professional development, collaboration, and a cohesive team environment.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education, preferred. 
• Minimum of two (2) years’ experience working with preschool through second grade children
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and the ability to interact effectively with parents/guardians.
• Ability to maintain high level standards of confidentiality regarding center, staff, and family matters.
• Knowledge and understanding of DHS licensing, Keystone Stars, and accreditation requirements.
• Ability to relate well in a multicultural cultural classroom environment.
• Basic Proficiency in Microsoft Word Office or Google Suite
• First Aid/ CPR

Health and Welfare Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Employer paid basic life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance.
• Health Savings Account with employer contribution
• Accident, Illness/Cancer, and Whole Life Insurance

Time Off

• Vacation, Sick, and Holiday pay

Retirement

• Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
• Retirement Education

Additional Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee childcare tuition discount
• College tuition discount
• Pet Insurance discount

We are 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