What are the responsibilities and job description for the Early Childhood Teacher position at Ready Roos Early Learning Academy?
Join Ready Roos to embark on a rewarding career in Early Childhood Education as an energetic, and enthusiastic Early Childhood Teacher. At Ready Roos, we foster a positive work culture, promoting collaboration, open communication, supportive management and opportunities for employee empowerment and development.
Full or Part-time
Compensation From: $19.00 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Benefits (Full time only):
- Health/Dental/Vision insurance
- 10 PTO days
- 7 paid public holidays
- Professional development support
- Bonus opportunities
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- 8-hour shift
Ready Roos Early Learning Academy is seeking a warm, energetic and capable Teacher to join our team in Cranberry Township.
As a privately owned, non-franchise early learning center licensed for 29 children from infants through preschool, Ready Roos offers a small, relationship-based environment where children are known, families are valued, and quality matters. We are looking for an experienced early childhood educator who brings strong classroom presence, sound judgment, and a genuine commitment to creating a nurturing and engaging learning environment.
This role is ideal for someone with solid classroom experience who is confident in leading daily routines, supporting children’s development, building positive family relationships, and contributing to a well-run, high-standard program.
What you will do
- Lead a classroom with warmth, consistency, and professionalism
- Provide high-quality care, supervision, and learning experiences for young children
- Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging classroom environment
- Support children’s social, emotional, and developmental growth
- Build positive, respectful relationships with families and coworkers
- Work collaboratively with the broader team to support smooth daily operations
- Help uphold strong standards of care, communication, and classroom practice
What we are looking for
- Strong classroom leadership and age-appropriate practice
- Experience working with young children from infants through preschool
- Professional, dependable, and team-oriented presence
- Strong communication skills and a calm, positive approach
- Ability to meet all Pennsylvania childcare employment requirements
Qualifications
- Bachelors Degree (mandatory) Pennsylvania certification in Early Childhood Education (optional)
- 2 years of experience in a licensed childcare center, preschool or early learning setting required
- Strong knowledge of child development, classroom leadership, and family communication
Why Ready Roos
- Active leadership - Our Director is on the floor, active in the classrooms, providing support when needed
- Non-franchise, privately owned and operated
- We're a smaller center setting with strong family relationships and connections
- We operate in a supportive, professional, quality-focused environment
- We provide opportunities to grow within a respected early learning program
To apply:
- Submit your updated resume along with a brief note about your experience and interest in the role.
- Two references are required, one must be from a current or former Supervisor/Manager
Pay: $19.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have a current PA based teaching certification ? If not PA, please advise from which US state your teaching certification is from.
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- licensed childcare: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Cranberry Township, PA 16066 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $23