Assistant Teacher (Two-Year Old's Class)

Bright Light Academy; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 33,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Bright Light Academy seeks an experienced Assistant Teacher to join their team for two-year-olds. The role involves planning and implementing lessons, creating a nurturing classroom environment, and communicating with parents about children's development. Full-time employees benefit from a 4-day work week, health insurance, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Paid holidays

PTO

Sick pay

Vision and dental insurance

Annual raises

Reduced child care

Qualifications

• 2+ years' experience working with children under 3 (2500 hours).
• Must qualify as Assistant Group Supervisor with DHS.
• Able to pass background checks and drug test.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with co-teachers to implement daily lesson plans.
• Create a safe, stimulating classroom for toddlers.
• Monitor and assist children during daily routines.

Skills

Team player

High energy

Multi-tasking

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Nurturing

Bilingual

Education

CDA certification

Job description

Bright Light Academy is seeking an experienced Assistant Teacher to join our two-year-olds' teaching team. Candidates MUST have two+ years of experience working with young children (preferably under the age of 3), be a team player, high energy & able to multi-task. A CDA is a plus & all candidates must qualify as an Assistant Group Supervisors with DHS to be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with co-teachers to plan and implement daily lesson plans and activities.
• Help create a safe and stimulating classroom environment for toddlers.
• Monitor, engage & assist children during playtime, meals, personal hygiene & other daily routines.
• Provide individual and group support to children as needed.
• Communicate regularly with parents about their child's development & progress.
• Complete observations & assessments as needed.

Qualifications:

• Have two years of experience working with young children (2500 hours).
• Must qualify as a, Assistant Group Supervisor or higher with the Dept. of Human Services.
• Able to pass state, federal, and child abuse background checks.
• Be able to pass a drug test.
• Be 18 years or older and able to work in the United States.
• A love for children and a desire to work with toddlers.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team.
• Be able to lift up to 40lbs, see, hear & sit on the floor with children.
• Must be patient, nurturing, and able to create a positive learning environment.
• Bilingual is a plus.
• A CDA certification is a plus.

Position Overview:

• There is room for growth in this position with funding from the state for staff to further their education.
• This is a full-time position, but Bright Light full-time staff work a 4-day work week.
• The pay range starts at $17-$18.50 per hour ($33,500-$36,000 annually), relative to experience & education, with an additional pay increase based on performance at the end of a 90-day probation period.
• Full-time staff also receive paid holidays & PTO, sick pay, vision & dental insurance, annual raises, reduced child care & more.

Bright Light Academy does not discriminate employment on the basis of race, color, religious creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or sex.