Pre-K Teacher (Classroom Closer)

York Day Early Learning is seeking an early childhood educator to join our Mixed-age Preschool teaching teams, working with children ages 3-5 years old.

The successful candidate will work with the Center Director to determine their shift from the following:

* 8:00/8:30am - 5:00pm

*8:30/9:00am - 5:30pm

Hourly rate calculated based on credential held in Early Childhood Education:

• Entry level starting at $15/hour
• Active CDA starting at $17/hour
• Earned Associates Degree in ECE starting at $22/hour

Why work with York Day?

• Paid holidays and PTO
• Low teacher-to-child ratios
• Medical Insurance Benefits available
• Company Retirement Program with employer match
• 50% off childcare tuition for your child(ren)

Requirements & Qualifications:

• Applicant must and be able to document 2 years working with children (2,500 documented hours), at minimum.
• A current CDA is preferred.
• Completion of an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field and/or 2 years of experience working with children is a plus.
• Must produce a clean PA Criminal History Check, FBI, PA Child Abuse Clearance, and National Sex Offender Registry Clearance.
• Successful applicant must obtain and pass a pre-employment physical examination and tuberculosis test; obtain and pass a bi-annual physical examination; have the visual ability to identify and respond to hazards; be able to lift up to 50 pounds on occasion and to lift children of various sizes; possess strength and endurance required to engage in exercise, group games, and other age-appropriate activities with, interact with, and maintain constant supervision of, the children enrolled in the program.
• Teachers must have reliable transportation.

York Day Early Learning recognizes the following legally protected classes for employees and all employment actions will be made without regard to an employee’s race, color, creed, religion, age, gender (including sexual orientation/preference), national origin, pregnancy, disability or veteran’s status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Experience:

• Center-based care: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Child Development Associate Certification (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $15 - $22