Assistant Teacher - Opener, Closer, and Full-Time Available (Meadow)

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 looking for a caring, dependable Assistant Teacher to help create a safe, engaging classroom where children can learn, grow, and thrive. Opening, closing, and full-time shifts available.

With more than 30 early learning centers across Pennsylvania, Brightside offers a supportive team, nationally recognized curriculum, modern classrooms, and meaningful opportunities to build your career in early childhood education.

Why Brightside Academy

We invest in our teachers with competitive pay, career growth, and benefits that support you both inside and outside the classroom:

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Up to 25 paid days off plus 9 paid holidays
• 401(k) & Roth plans with company match
• Free short-term disability and life insurance
• Child care discounts
• Free CDA certification training and credentialing support
• Professional development and advancement opportunities
• Bonus opportunities, employee discounts, commuter benefits, and more

What We’re Looking For

• High school diploma or equivalent; 2 years of experience working 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: an Associate degree in Child Development or coursework completed toward an Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education

What You’ll Do

• 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 professional development hours or 8 college credits each year)

Join us at Brightside Academy and build a meaningful career with a team that values your strengths, supports your growth, and gives you the tools to create lasting impact for children, families, and your community.

To learn more, visit: https://www.brightsideacademy.com/careers

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