Early Childhood Education Assistant Teacher
About The Position
Founded in 1970 as South Philadelphia Health Action and subsequently incorporated as Greater Philadelphia Health Action, GPHA is a non-profit healthcare organization with a commitment to provide compassionate and affordable healthcare services regardless of an individual’s ability to pay. Since 1970, GPHA has expanded to become one of the premier providers of primary and behavioral healthcare in the Greater Philadelphia area. We are presently seeking Assistant Teachers at GPHA’s Keystone Star IV Woodland Academy Child Development Center. The Assistant Teacher cares for children under the guidance and supervision of the Lead Teacher to meet their physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs. The Assistant Teacher assists the teacher in both planning and implementing a variety of learning and program activities to meet the needs of children.
Requirements
- Child Development Associate (CDA) certificate
- High School Diploma (HSD) or General Education Development certificate (GED)
- Two (2) years' work experience related to care and development of children.
- Applicants without a CDA must be willing to obtain one within 1 year of employment.
Nice To Haves
- An Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Cares for children under the guidance and supervision of the Lead Teacher to meet their physical, emotional, social and cognitive needs.
- Assists the teacher in both planning and implementing a variety of learning and program activities to meet the needs of children.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, Life, Vision, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k) with lucrative company contribution and match
- Paid Time Off including Vacation, Sick, Personal, Education, and Holidays
- Generous bonuses, employee referral bonus, leadership and advancement opportunities, continuing education
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
