Play & Learn

Fort Washington, Infant/Toddler-Teacher Assistant

Play & Learn  •  Fort Washington, PA (Onsite)  •  18 days ago
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Job Description

Job Location: INFANT TODDLER CENTER - FORT WASHINGTON, PA 19034Play & Learn in Fort Washington, conveniently located just off of 309 and the PA Turnpike, is currently seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team! Work in a fun and friendly environment, where PLAYING & LEARNING come together!
Playing is the path to learning for young children. Play is needed for healthy development. At Play & Learn, we are experts at combining play with age-appropriate curriculum to foster independence in children and help them develop their own unique concepts and learning style. In our classrooms, you’ll find art, music, and laughter in the air. We offer a host of interactive opportunities for learning, growing and exploring. For 36 years, Play & Learn has provided the highest quality in early childhood education. We believe that as children interact with people and materials in a learning environment, they develop their own unique concepts and Ideas. Our teaching staff, directors and administrators are committed to working together with families to create a safe, educational and fun setting for children.
We are seeking qualified Infant and Toddler Teacher Assistants who will:
- Meet the individual needs of the children providing the highest quality of care
- Develop Lesson plans
- Implement Play & Learn’s Curriculum
- Support our children and families as a member of a team
- Establish and maintain a safe and healthy environment
- Promote a nurturing and learning environment
- Create a multi-cultural learning environment
- Engage and encourage creativity through art, music, and play
- Plan and implement activities that develop self-esteem and social skills
- Participate in staff and training meetings
Full Time (8:00-5:00 or 8:30-5:30) and Floater positions available!
The benefits our dedicated team of professionals enjoy:
- Medical/dental
- Sick
- Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- 403 (b) with employer match
- Education assistance and reimbursement
- Discounted Childcare
- Employee referral program
Please visit our website www.playandlearn.com for a full listing of open job opportunities.

QualificationsQualified applicants for the Infant and Toddler assistant positions will meet the following requirements:
- CDA or 6 credits in Early Child Education-Associate Degree a plus!
- Two years child care experience in a formal setting (child care, nursery, school, preschool)
- Physically able to lift a minimum of 40lbs, work indoors or outdoors. Must be able to engage in physical activities with the ability to lift, sit, stand, walk, crouch, push, pull.
- Passionate about building positive relationships with children and families
Play & Learn

About Play & Learn

With multiple locations, Play & Learn is the largest non-profit daycare and early childhood education organization in Montgomery County. We’ve cared for thousands of children ages six weeks through school -age since 1981, helping them learn and grow through meaningful play that encourages them on a path toward a lifetime of academic and social success.

The Play & Learn organization is unique in comparison to other child care organizations. As a non-profit organization, our volunteer Board of Directors, Chief Executive Officer and Chief Operating Officer oversee all aspects of Play and Learn and provide expert support in the areas of education, public relations and finance.

Our Administrative Offices are local and community based, providing a constant support system for Center Directors and families. The administrative team works closely in a variety of positions to support the organization.

Each Play & Learn center has a dedicated Regional Director, on-site Center Director and professional staff. Our directors and staff are all committed to working together with parents to create a safe, educational and fun setting for children.

As part of our child care network, Play & Learn provides management services and expertise to other non-profit child care organizations, including Montessori Children’s House and Jenkintown Day Nursery. Abington Jefferson Health also counts on Play and Learn to provide child care for their employees.

Industry
Education & Training
Company Size
201-500 employees
Headquarters
Fort Washington, Pennsylvania
Year Founded
1981
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