Pre-K4 and Kindergarten Teacher

Holy Family UniversityPhiladelphia, PA
Onsite

About The Position

Alpha House, an early childhood center located on the campus of Holy Family University, is seeking passionate, nurturing, and skilled early childhood educators for PreK4 and Kindergarten classrooms. The start date is August 2026. Teachers are responsible for fostering a safe, engaging, and developmentally appropriate learning environment that supports the academic, social-emotional, physical, and spiritual growth of each child. As part of a Catholic educational community and lab-school model in partnership with Holy Family University’s School of Education, educators are expected to integrate faith, best instructional practices, and innovative early childhood methodologies into daily instruction.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Special Education, Elementary Education, or related field OR Bachelor’s Degree with at least 30 credits in a related field OR Associate’s Degree in a related field with 2+ years of experience OR Associate’s Degree with 30 credits in a related field with 3+ years of experience

Nice To Haves

  • Strong understanding of early childhood development and best practices
  • Ability to create engaging, student-centered learning experiences
  • Excellent classroom management and organizational skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Creativity, flexibility, and enthusiasm for working with young children
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively
  • Familiarity with instructional technology and classroom tools

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement engaging, developmentally appropriate lesson plans aligned with curriculum standards and early childhood best practices
  • Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students requiring additional support or enrichment
  • Build a positive, respectful classroom culture that supports all learners
  • Supervise all daily activities including arrival, dismissal, classroom learning, outdoor play, snack, and rest periods while ensuring the safety and well-being of all students at all times
  • Work collaboratively with fellow teachers, specialists, and staff to support a cohesive and nurturing school environment
  • Maintain professionalism in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues
  • Uphold confidentiality and appropriate professional boundaries
  • Respond effectively to dynamic classroom environments and student needs
  • Lift and assist children as needed; ability to sit, kneel, and stand without assistance

Benefits

  • Medical
  • Prescription
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Commuter Benefits: Transit and park benefits through pre-tax payroll deductions
  • Half-Day Fridays: Enjoy half day Fridays in the summer
  • 403(b) Retirement: Discretionary match up to 5%; vested immediately
  • Time Off: 12 Paid Holidays, Vacation, Personal, Sick Days and a week off for Winter Break
  • Tuition Benefits: Employees or dependents pursuing a first Undergraduate Degree receive 100% tuition remission; employees pursuing a first Master’s or Doctoral degree, receive 100% tuition remission; eligible dependents pursuing a first Master’s or Doctoral degree, receive 50% tuition discount.
  • Alpha House: 50% Discount for Nursery, Pre-K and Kindergarten
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