Assistant Teacher — Growth & CDA Training

Brightside Academy; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

401(k) & Roth plans

Disability & life insurance

Child care discounts

CDA training support

Professional development

Commuter benefits

Job summary

Brightside Academy is hiring an Assistant Teacher to help create a safe, engaging classroom where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Opening, closing, and full-time shifts are available, with a supportive team and a nationally recognized curriculum.

The role emphasizes nurturing, dependable care, strong organization and communication, and reading/writing English while using basic Microsoft Office tools. CDA or ECE coursework is a plus.

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 read/write English and use basic Microsoft Office tools.

Responsibilities

• Support a high-quality, age-appropriate classroom experience.
• Help implement engaging lesson plans and activities.
• Maintain a safe, welcoming, 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 health, safety, licensing, and classroom-ratio requirements.
• Step into Lead Teacher responsibilities when needed.
• Complete annual professional-development requirements (24 hours or 8 college credits per year).

Skills

Team communication

Classroom management

Organization

English literacy

Nurturing attitude

Education

CDA credential

Associate/Bachelor coursework (ECE)

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brightside Academy is hiring an Assistant Teacher to help create a safe, engaging classroom where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Opening, closing, and full-time shifts are available, with a supportive team and a nationally recognized curriculum.

The role emphasizes nurturing, dependable care, strong organization and communication, and reading/writing English while using basic Microsoft Office tools. CDA or ECE coursework is a plus.