Assistant Teacher: Flexible Shifts + Growth

Brightside Academy; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) matching

Life insurance

Child care discounts

CDA training

Professional development

Bonus opportunities

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Brightside Academy in Philadelphia is seeking a caring Assistant Teacher to support a safe, engaging classroom where children can learn and grow. This full-time role offers progressive responsibilities and opportunities to advance within our national network of early learning centers.

You’ll collaborate with the Lead Teacher, implement lesson plans, supervise daily routines, and help maintain a positive, organized learning environment while meeting licensing and classroom ratios.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2 years of experience with children or a CDA, 45 PD hours, or 9 ECE credits
• Opening, closing, or full-time shift availability
• Strong organization, communication, and classroom-management skills
• A nurturing, dependable, energetic approach to working with children
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Ability to read/write English and use basic Microsoft Office tools
• A plus: Associate degree in Child Development or coursework toward an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

Responsibilities

• Support a high-quality, age-appropriate classroom experience
• Help implement engaging lesson plans and learning activities
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, and well-organized classroom
• Supervise children and support daily routines, transitions, and classroom ratios
• Support each child’s developmental needs and adjust activities as needed
• Work closely with the Lead Teacher, families, and center leadership
• Follow all health, safety, licensing, and classroom-ratio requirements
• Step into Lead Teacher responsibilities when needed
• Complete annual professional-development requirements (24 PD hours or 8 college credits each year)

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organization

Teamwork

Reading/Writing English

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

CDA / PD hours / ECE credits

Associate degree in Child Development (plus)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brightside Academy in Philadelphia is seeking a caring Assistant Teacher to support a safe, engaging classroom where children can learn and grow. This full-time role offers progressive responsibilities and opportunities to advance within our national network of early learning centers.

You’ll collaborate with the Lead Teacher, implement lesson plans, supervise daily routines, and help maintain a positive, organized learning environment while meeting licensing and classroom ratios.