Wonderspring Early Education

Assistant Teacher (School-age)

Wonderspring Early Education  •  $18/hr  •  Plymouth Meeting, PA (Onsite)  •  8 days ago
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Job Description

Rate: $18.00 per hour
Sign-On Bonus: $500.00 (for new hires only, paid after 90 days of employment)
Schedule: Monday – Friday, 7-9 AM & 3-6 PM

Do you love working with children and supporting meaningful learning experiences? Wonderspring is seeking a dedicated Assistant Teacher to join our before and after school program at Plymouth Elementary School in the Colonial School District. In this part-time role, you’ll work alongside the Site and Group Supervisors to support engaging activities, build positive relationships, and help maintain a fun and safe Out of School Time (OST) environment. This position is perfect for individuals who enjoy working with children and want to gain hands-on experience in education and youth development.

Become part of an organization that not only values FUN but also focuses on developing your skills and talents.

What You’ll Get to Do (and Have Fun Doing!)
  • Plan and facilitate hands-on, age-appropriate activities that spark curiosity and support every child’s growth, including those with special needs.
  • Collaborate with the Site Supervisor to complete daily communication forms, assessments, and anecdotal records, and keep families informed through positive communication and parent-teacher conferences.
  • Maintain a clean, safe, and welcoming environment in line with DHS, COA, and Keystone STARS standards, and assist during licensing visits as needed.
  • Continue your own professional growth by maintaining your Professional Development Record (PDR) through ongoing training and learning opportunities.
Your Special Skills & Qualities
  • High School Diploma or GED, required
  • At least two years' experience with school-age students (2,500 verified hours).
  • A genuine passion for helping children learn, grow, and have fun in a supportive environment.
  • Excellent communication skills for engaging with parents/guardians.
  • Ability to maintain high standards of confidentiality regarding center, staff, and family matters.
  • Understanding of DHS licensing, Keystone Stars, and accreditation standards.
  • Proficient in managing a multicultural classroom environment.
Work Schedule
  • 25 hours per week
  • 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM and 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Wellbeing Perks
  • Accident, Illness/Cancer, and Whole Life Insurance
Time to Recharge
  • Holiday pay
Plan for the Future
  • Retirement Savings Plan with employer match
  • Retirement Education
Little Extras That Go a Long Way
  • Employee Referral Program
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Employee 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.
Wonderspring Early Education

About Wonderspring Early Education

Founded in 1964, Wonderspring is a regional leader in providing families throughout Southeastern Pennsylvania with affordable, high quality educational environments for children 6 weeks to 12 years old. Today, Wonderspring serves over 1,000 children through its 10 early childhood and school age sites in Montgomery and Philadelphia Counties. Included in this number are Early Head Start and Pennsylvania Pre-K Counts programs.

Wonderspring’s mission is to help families thrive by providing safe, convenient, and highest quality learning opportunities and care for children in Greater Philadelphia. Since our inception, our commitment to excellence is nationally recognized by multiple agencies including: NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children), NAA (National Afterschool Association) and COA (Council on Accreditation). In addition, all of our early childhood centers have achieved a STAR 4 rating (out of 4) in PA’s Keystone STARS program. This program rates quality based on staff education, learning environment, leadership and management, and family and community partnerships.

Industry
Government & Public Safety
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Narberth, PA
Year Founded
1963
Website
wonderspring.org
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