What are the responsibilities and job description for the ECE Teacher Assistant position at The Salvation Army and Careers?
Location/Dept.: The Salvation Army Kroc Center - Philadelphia, PA
Availability: Immediate
Schedule: Part Time (up to 29 hours per week)
Reporting Relationship: ECEC Supervisor/ECEC Director
Salary: $15.60 per hour
An Assistant Teacher shall attain one of the following minimum qualification levels based on the standards set by the Department of Human Services (DHS).
- A high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate and 15 credit hours plus 1 year experience or 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.
- A high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate, including a minimum of 600 hours or completion of a post-secondary training curriculum of secondary training described in the state standards relating to age and training.
- A high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate and 2 years’ experience with children.
At least 18 years of age. A minimum of one year on-the-job training in providing a nurturing indoor/outdoor environment meeting the child’s out-of-home needs. One year (plus) of experience under qualified supervision working as a teacher serving the ages and developmental abilities of the children in care. Thorough knowledge of normal child development and early childhood education, as well as knowledge of indicators that a child is not developing typically. The ability to respond appropriately to children’s needs in addition to the ability to recognize signs of illness and safety/ injury hazards and respond with prevention interventions.
Successful completion of training during onboarding includes but not limited to:
- Pediatric First Aid and CPR
- Mandated Reporter within 30 days with recurrent training every 5 years
Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check and National Sex Offender Registry.
Must possess understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army and the RJKCCC.
This position requires effective oral and written communication skills. Sound judgment and emotional maturity are requisites.
Apply On-line at:
The Salvation Army Kroc Center
4200 Wissahickon Ave, Philadelphia, PA, 19129
No phone calls please.
Released by the Kroc Center Human Resources Department 3/3/2026
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
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