Preschool Assistant Teacher
About The Position
The Malvern School is seeking a full-time Assistant Teacher for its preschool classroom at The Malvern School of Malvern. The role involves planning, supervising, and implementing an early childhood education program in accordance with school policies and the school’s philosophy; maintaining a safe, healthy, and educational classroom environment; and communicating regularly with parents, in person and through technology, to meet or exceed their expectations. The Malvern School is dedicated to educating young children through innovative programming and a quality, child-centered philosophy. Its curriculum is designed to meet or exceed National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) standards. The school emphasizes health and safety, trained teachers, excellent teaching materials, developmentally sound and appropriately challenging curriculum, teamwork, and a professional atmosphere. It also offers ongoing professional development and opportunities for career advancement.
Requirements
- Meet one of the listed qualification pathways for a lead teaching position: a bachelor's degree in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or a human services field.
- Alternatively, hold a bachelor's degree with 30 credit hours in one of the listed fields and have 1 year of experience with children.
- Alternatively, hold an associate's degree in one of the listed fields and have 2 years of experience with children.
- Alternatively, hold an associate's degree with 30 credit hours in one of the listed fields and have 3 years of experience with children.
- Be highly motivated and career-oriented, with a passion for early childhood education.
Responsibilities
- Plan, supervise, and implement an early childhood educational program in accordance with school policies and The Malvern School philosophy.
- Maintain a safe, healthy, and educational environment for the class.
- Communicate regularly with parents, in person and through technology, meeting or exceeding parent expectations.
Benefits
- 60% childcare discount for employees
- Greater latitude in designing creative curriculum
- State-of-the-art classrooms in professionally cleaned, attractive facilities
- Company-paid training for CPR, First Aid, and more
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
- 401(k)
- Holiday pay, including a week-long paid Winter Holiday break
- Paid time off
- Unlimited referral bonuses
- Tuition reimbursement
- Ongoing professional development
- Opportunities for career advancement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
