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Assistant Teacher – Preschool Program

Day Nursery Association
Scranton, PA Full Time
POSTED ON 11/14/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 1/14/2026

Assistant Teacher – Preschool Program

Full-Time | $13.00–$16.25/hr | 7 Weeks Paid Summer Vacation | 18 Paid Holidays

Love working with kids? Enjoy variety? Join us as a Assistant Teacher and support multiple age groups in a positive, nurturing environment. Hours for this position are 8:15 AM-4:45 PM.

Requirements

  • High school diploma- required
  • 2 years experience working with children- required (child care, tutoring, coaching, babysitting, lifeguarding, volunteering)
  • 2 references- required
  • CDA or ECE degree preferred
  • Flexible, energetic, and team-oriented
  • Support teachers across classrooms
  • Help with activities, routines, and supervision
  • Foster children’s learning, social skills, and independence
  • Adapt smoothly to different classroom needs

Benefits

  • 7 weeks paid summer vacation
  • 18 paid holidays
  • Health insurance offered
  • Supportive, mission-driven team

Before Starting

  • Proof of high school graduation
  • Two written references
  • Verification of experience working with children
  • Required clearances (FBI, PA State Police, PA Child Abuse, NSOR)
  • 1st Aid/CPR

Apply today and make a difference at Day Nursery Association!

Pay: $13.00 - $16.50 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Retirement plan
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

  • Do you possess the required PA DHS child care clearances?

Education:

  • High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

  • child care/working with children: 2 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $13 - $16

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