Sapling Center Rotating Assistant Teacher

Germantown Academy Sapling Center for Early Learning Mission: The Germantown Academy Sapling Center for Early Learning recognizes that the early years are critical in shaping a child’s life. By providing responsive, personalized care in a nurturing, active learning environment, we foster the social, emotional, and cognitive growth that sets the stage for lifelong learning, resilience, and school success. Position Title: Rotating Assistant Teacher The Germantown Academy Sapling Center for Early Learning is an early childhood center located on the campus of Germantown Academy in Fort Washington, PA. Founded in 2026, this program serves infants through 4-year-olds. The school offers a full day program from late August-June with summer camp options available. The Sapling Center provides a warm, nurturing and engaging learning environment that supports young children in their earliest years of development. A Sapling education fosters creativity, curiosity, and joy by engaging young children in developmentally appropriate experiences that develop their cognitive and social-emotional growth. Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and a respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds. POSITION PURPOSE: The Germantown Academy Sapling Center for Early Learning is seeking an engaging, thoughtful, and warm individual for a full-time rotating assistant teacher position in our Early Childhood Program (infancy- age 4) beginning August 2026. This is a 10-month position with an hourly rate of $22 per hour and an excellent array of benefits.  Reporting to the Sapling Center Director, the Rotating Assistant Teacher supports the classroom Lead Teacher in planning and executing the curriculum with students. The Rotating Assistant Teacher is responsible for providing daily care and supporting a classroom environment and learning experiences that nurture the healthy growth and development of each child. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Classroom Responsibilities •Support a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment where young children are well-cared for and supported in their growth •Engage and be fully present with children throughout the day •Assist in the preparation of the classroom materials and the establishment of daily classroom routines •Work with the teaching team to implement intentional and meaningful instruction daily based on the curriculum as well as children’s developmental stages and interests •Prepare lessons and materials within an existing classroom curriculum framework •Teach various components of the program, including leading small groups throughout the day •Provide positive guidance for each child’s healthy social and emotional development •Assist with observation and documentation of children’s learning and progress and communicate to the Lead Teacher Professional Responsibilities •Establish and maintain positive relationships with the children in your care, colleagues, and families •Work in tandem with the Lead and Assistant Teacher(s) to establish and promote a professional, consistent, and positive classroom climate reflective of the Sapling Center Mission, Vision and Values •Attend and wholeheartedly engage in professional development opportunities including the Program for Infant and Toddler Care and Highscope curricula, all required in-service and faculty meetings, professional conferences, and programs aligned with the goals of the Sapling program and PA state regulations. •Fulfill all supervisory duties as assigned before, during and after formal instruction times QUALIFICATIONS: •Associate degree in early childhood education or related field or CDA (child development associate) credential preferred •High school diploma required •Two years of documented experience working with preschool-age children •Strong written and oral communication skills •Strong collaboration, organization, problem solving and decision-making skills •Strong work ethic, attendance, and punctuality •Strong emotional intelligence: warm kind, flexible, patient, sense of humor, active listener, empathetic and confidential •Strong interest in professional growth and development •Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. in connection with the care of young children