Early Childhood Teacher: Nurture & Inspire Young Learners

Birch Agency; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401 (k) with employer matching

Health, Dental, Vision Insurances

Short Term Disability

PTO

Weekly pay

Job summary

Birch Agency in Reading, PA is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher to join our education team. You will create a safe, nurturing learning environment that supports the social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development of young children.

The role involves planning developmentally appropriate activities, collaborating with assistants and families, documenting progress, and upholding licensing and safety standards to support each child’s growth.

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Child Development, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with young children in a preschool, childcare, or educational setting.
• Knowledge of child development principles and developmentally appropriate practices

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement age-appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities.
• Create a welcoming, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Support children’s social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development.
• Establish consistent routines, classroom expectations, and positive behavior supports.
• Monitor children’s progress and maintain accurate developmental records.
• Provide individualized guidance and support based on each child’s needs.
• Supervise children closely and maintain a safe and healthy classroom environment.
• Communicate regularly with families regarding student progress, behavior, and classroom activities.
• Collaborate with teaching assistants, administrators, specialists, and other education professionals.
• Maintain classroom materials, learning centers, and displays.
• Follow licensing regulations, health and safety standards, and school policies.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and family engagement activities.
• Support children with transitions, daily routines, meals, toileting, and other age-appropriate care needs.

Skills

Early childhood education

Lesson planning

Child development

Classroom management

Education

Associate degree in Early Childhood Education

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Birch Agency in Reading, PA is seeking an Early Childhood Teacher to join our education team. You will create a safe, nurturing learning environment that supports the social, emotional, cognitive, language, and physical development of young children.

The role involves planning developmentally appropriate activities, collaborating with assistants and families, documenting progress, and upholding licensing and safety standards to support each child’s growth.