PreK Counts Assistant Teacher

West Philadelphia, PA

Full Time

Experienced

Job Title: PreK Counts Assistant Teacher
Location: Wonderspring – New Market West Center
Pay: $17.00 -19.10 per hour

About the Position
Wonderspring, a nonprofit early childhood education organization, is seeking a dedicated team member to support our PreK Counts Lead Teacher at our New Market West Center in a Preschool classroom.

About the Role

Implement lesson plans along with the Lead Teacher
Supervise children in your care
Assist with all tasks associated with the daily schedule
Teachers in programs participating in CACFP (Child and Adult Care Food Program) must follow additional serving and preparation procedures, including implementing family-style serving.
Engage in Wonderspring staff meetings, attend in-services, external training programs, and actively participate in center events to foster professional development, collaboration, and a cohesive team environment
Follow and adhere to the responsibilities outlined by the lead teacher for the classroom.
Assume the lead teacher's classroom responsibilities in their absence.
Comply with the partnership requirements of PreK Counts.
Develop a strong relationship with your School District team
Observe, document, and celebrate each child’s progress, sharing their victories (big and small) with proud parents.

Qualifications

High School Diploma/GED
Minimum of a Child Development Associate (CDA)
2+ years of experience working with children
Strong teamwork and flexibility
Ability to keep information private
Basic knowledge of childcare rules
Must meet all required clearances and health checks

Benefits

Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays)
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Retirement plan with employer match
Employee assistance program
Childcare tuition discount
Pet insurance discount

We are an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, age, race, color, religion, national origin, mental or physical disability, sexual orientation, political affiliations, marital or veteran status. No application will be rejected as a result of a disability that, with reasonable accommodation, does not prevent performance of the essential job duties.

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