Wonderspring Early Education

PreK Counts Assistant Teacher

Wonderspring Early Education  •  $17 - $19/hr  •  Onsite  •  6 days ago
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Job Description

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.
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
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