Assistant Childcare Teacher (Year Round Position)

Holy Redeemer; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in early childhood education is seeking compassionate Assistant Teachers to join their dedicated team. This role involves supporting the head teacher in delivering high-quality education to young children, using a trauma-informed approach. With a focus on nurturing and guiding children, you will play a vital role in shaping their early learning experiences. This opportunity not only allows you to contribute to the lives of families experiencing homelessness but also to grow professionally within a supportive environment that values respect, compassion, and collaboration. If you are passionate about making a difference in children's lives, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

$3,000 Sign On Bonus

Qualifications

• Associate degree in early childhood education or related field required.
• CDA credential and experience with children are essential.

Responsibilities

• Assist head teacher in guiding and supervising children aged 6 weeks to 5 years.
• Maintain educational materials, log activities, and communicate with parents.

Skills

Trauma-informed approach

Child supervision

Communication with parents

Record keeping

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Child Development Associate (CDA) credential

School-age Credential

Job description

OVERVIEW

$3,000 Sign On Bonus

Drueding Center, located at 4th and Master Street in Philadelphia, partners with families experiencing homelessness to support them in building skills to heal from trauma, restore hope, and end the cycle of homelessness through a trauma-informed and housing-first approach. This work is accomplished through three interrelated departments – Residential Services, Community Services, and Child Care.

Drueding Childcare Center provides high-quality (4A Keystone STARS) early childhood education to children from the transitional housing program and the local community. Our Center offers full-day year-round education in five developmentally appropriate classrooms for children ages 6 weeks to 6 years (including one PHLpreK classroom).

We are currently seeking qualified and caring Assistant Teachers to join our team full-time!

SUMMARY OF JOB

The Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting the head teacher to teach, guide, and supervise children 6 weeks to 5 years using a trauma-informed approach and in accordance with NAEYC, Keystone STARS, and DHS guidelines. Responsibilities include arranging and maintaining educational materials and equipment, logging daily activities, keeping records, preparing reports, and communicating with parents on a daily basis. The position requires maintaining a Professional Development record and meeting all training mandates. This position assumes all duties of the classroom in the Head Teacher's absence.

CONNECTING TO MISSION:

All individuals within the scope of their position are responsible for performing their job in light of the Mission & Values of the Health System. Regardless of the position, every job contributes to the challenge of providing healthcare. There is an ongoing responsibility for ensuring the values of Respect, Compassion, Justice, Hospitality, Holistic Approach, Stewardship, and Collaboration are present in our interactions with one another and in the service we provide.

RECRUITMENT REQUIREMENTS

1. An associate degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field including 600 or more hours of secondary training described in PA regulation 3270.31 (c).
2. A current Child Development Associate (CDA) credential that is appropriate to the program option(s) used and to the age of the children served, with two years of experience working with children.
3. A School-age Credential with two years of experience working with School-aged children (for school-aged staff).
4. Must be willing to embrace the Mission and Values of the Sisters and of Redeemer Health.
5. Criminal history and child abuse clearance.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Redeemer Health is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit discrimination in employment due to race, color, gender, religion, creed, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability veteran status, or any other protected classification required by law.