Early Childhood Support

The Camphill School; Glenmoore (PA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) Retirement Plan

Job summary

The Camphill School is seeking a part-time Early Childhood Support staff member for Meadowsweet, a Waldorf-inspired, play-based program for young children in Glenmoore, PA. You will assist the Lead Teacher with daily routines, circle time, and classroom activities in a warm, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities include supporting lunch, cleaning tasks, health and hygiene practices, and participating in program events. PDE clearances and CPR/First Aid are required.

Qualifications

• Enjoy working with young children.
• Organized and dependable.
• Works well as part of a team.
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally.
• Familiarity with Waldorf teaching style is a plus.
• CPR, First Aid, Mandated Reporter Training and PDE clearances required.

Responsibilities

• Actively engage in circle time activities, including songs and finger plays.
• Support the daily lunch and snack program according to routines and procedures; assist with meal prep and cleanup.
• Perform end-of-day classroom cleaning tasks and tidy cubby areas.
• Demonstrate good health and hygiene practices for young children.
• Participate in kindergarten-specific in-services, open houses, and program events as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the lead teacher to support classroom operations.

Skills

Young children friendly

Team player

Organized

Willingness to learn

Waldorf education familiarity

CPR/First Aid trained

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Come and join our dedicated team in The Camphill School's Meadowsweet Early Childhood Program. Meadowsweet provides a warm, nurturing, and play-based learning environment where young children are encouraged to grow through meaningful experiences, creativity, and exploration. Rooted in Waldorf education principles, our program fosters the healthy development of each child through a balance of imaginative play, artistic activities, outdoor experiences, and daily rhythms.

The Camphill School is seeking a part-time Early Childhood Support staff member to join our team. This position works alongside the Lead Teacher to support classroom activities, daily routines, and the overall success of the program. We are looking for an enthusiastic and caring individual who enjoys working with young children, values collaboration, and is committed to creating a positive and engaging learning environment.

The mission of The Camphill School is to create wholeness for children and youth with developmental disabilities through education, extended family living, and therapy so that they may be better understood, they may more fully unfold their potential, and they may meaningfully participate in life.

Duties

• Actively engage in circle time activities, including songs, verses, and finger plays.
• Support the daily lunch and snack program according to classroom routines and established procedures. Responsibilities may include meal preparation, table setting, cleanup, room setup for rest time, weekly cleaning of the stove and refrigerator, and other related duties as assigned.
• Perform end-of-day classroom cleaning tasks, including sanitizing snack areas, wiping surfaces, and tidying cubby areas.
• Demonstrate appropriate health and hygiene practices, including regular handwashing, for young children.
• Participate in kindergarten-specific in‑services, open houses, and other program events as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the lead teacher to support classroom operations and student success.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Enjoy working with young children
• Organized and dependable
• Work well as part of a team
• Willingness to learn and grow professionally
• Familiarity with Waldorf teaching style and early childhood development is a plus
• Completion of CPR, First Aid, and Mandated Reporter Training, as well as all required PDE clearances, is required

Benefits

• 403(b) Retirement Plan

Job Type: Monday – Friday, 1:15 PM-5:15 PM