Assistant Toddler Teacher

CORA Services, Inc.; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Presencial; USD 21.000 - 23.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

$500 bonus within 6 months

TEACH Grant/Rising STAR options

Medical/Dental/Vision

Life/AD&D & LTD

403b retirement plan

PTO & agency holidays

Employee Assistance Program

Family Planning Benefits

Inclusive work environment

Descripción de la vacante

CORA Services, Inc. seeks an Assistant Toddler Teacher for our Early Years Program at 2137 E. Huntingdon St., Philadelphia, PA 19125.

This full-time, 12-month on-site role requires a HS diploma and enrollment in CDA/AA in Early Childhood Education. Compensation includes $15.20–$16.40 per hour plus a $500 bonus after six months, with benefits and growth opportunities. Responsibilities include supporting lesson plans, promoting child development, maintaining safety and routines, and fostering

Formación

• HS diploma with two years of documented childcare experience.
• Willing to enroll in CDA or AA degree program in Early Childhood Education.
• 2+ years verifiable experience with an early childhood population.
• Familiarity with Keystone STARS standards and/or DHS regulations preferred.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification required.

Responsabilidades

• Assist Lead Teacher in implementing lesson plans aligned with developmentally appropriate practices.
• Engage children through individual and group activities promoting cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Adhere to schedules for activity, rest, and playtime.
• Maintain a safe and healthy learning environment and uphold hygiene standards.
• Monitor growth and development using age-appropriate assessment tools.
• Communicate regularly with parents about student progress and growth.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to support the Early Years program.
• Assist with center-wide events, assessments, audits, and other tasks as assigned.

Conocimientos

Childcare experience

Communication skills

Office 365

Educación

HS diploma

Willing to enroll in CDA/AA program

2+ years in early childhood

Descripción del empleo

CORA Services is a dynamic and growing not for profit organization in Philadelphia. For more than 50 years, CORA has served children and families experiencing emotional, academic and social challenges that impact their development and productivity. Our mission is to empower children, young people and families to thrive through quality and compassionate service.

We are currently seeking an Assistant Toddler Teacher to join our Early Years Program at our Huntingdon Mills location: 2137 E. Huntingdon St., Philadelphia, PA 19125

This is a full-time, 12-month on-site position

Must be willing to enroll in CDA or AA program in Early Childhood Education

Pay range - $15.20 - $16.40/hour PLUS $500 bonus to be paid out within 6 months of HIRE!

(compensation commensurate with experience and credentials)

All CORA team members are expected to uphold the mission, vision and values of CORA Services which includes valuing all individuals and supporting each individual’s potential for growth.

In addition, as an Assistant Toddler Teacher your duties will include:

• Assisting the Lead Teacher in implementing educational lesson plans based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards, in conjunction with the OCDEL-approved curriculum.
• Participating in individual and group activities to actively engage children and encourage cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Adhering to schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime
• Ensuring a safe and healthy learning environment including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards, and safety and security of children
• Helping to monitor growth and development of children based on established learning objectives using age-appropriate assessment tools
• Establishing positive relationships with parents and maintaining frequent communication about student's growth and progress through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences
• Participating collaboratively and professionally with other teachers and staff to promote the general well-being of the Early Years program
• Helping with center-wide events, food program, preparation for assessments and audits, and other projects or tasks as assigned

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• HS diploma with two years of documented childcare experience. (Must be willing to enroll in CDA or AA degree program in Early Childhood Education, upon hire.)
• 2+ years’ verifiable experience working with an early childhood population
• Familiarity with Keystone STARS standards and/or DHS regulations preferred
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid certification required – CORA will pay for certification if hired without
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills; ability to establish and maintain positive, productive working relationships within CORA as well as with children and their families
• Demonstrated passion for engaging and teaching and supporting children
• Good computer skills and working knowledge of Office 365 applications

CORA Offers:

• $500 BONUS paid out within 6 months of your 1st day.
• Ability to apply for the T.E.A.C.H. Grant or Rising STAR Tuition Assistance program
• Medical, dental and vision coverages with a competitive company premium contribution (eligible 1 st day of the month following date of hire)
• Company paid life/AD&D and LTD coverages
• 403b retirement plan with generous company contribution after one year of service
• Paid time off + paid agency holidays
• Employee Assistant Program
• Family Planning Benefits (including cash benefit to assist with IVF, egg freezing, adoption, or surrogacy)
• An outstanding, inclusive work environment

CORA Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.

Equal Opportunity Employer
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