Early Head Start Co-Teacher

Wonderspring Early Education; Pottstown (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Health, dental, vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer match

Employee assistance program

Childcare tuition discount

Pet insurance discount

Job summary

Wonderspring, a nonprofit early childhood education organization, seeks a dedicated Early Head Start Co-Teacher for our Pottstown Center (Toddler Classroom). You will partner with a co-teacher to plan activities, supervise, and provide caregiving while building strong relationships with families and staff.

The role requires teamwork, flexibility, and adherence to privacy and childcare regulations. Clearances and TB screening are required before employment.

Qualifications

• Infant/Toddler CDA credential (or willingness to earn it with a free course).
• 2+ years of experience working with children, infants and toddlers preferred.
• Strong teamwork and flexibility.
• Ability to keep information private.
• Basic knowledge of childcare rules.
• Must obtain all required clearances and complete a Health Assessment with TB screening prior to employment.

Responsibilities

• Partner with a co-Teacher to plan and implement lesson plans and activities.
• Share responsibility for all aspects of the classroom, including care, supervision, and learning experiences.
• Provide responsive caregiving (feeding, diapering, sleep routines).
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and staff.
• Observe and document children's development.
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment.

Skills

Teamwork

Flexibility

Privacy

Childcare rules

Education

Infant/Toddler CDA credential

Job description

Job Title: Early Head Start Co-Teacher

Location: Wonderspring – STAR 4 Pottstown Center (Toddler Classroom)

Pay: $17.00 per hour

About The Position

Wonderspring, a nonprofit early childhood education organization, is seeking dedicated team members to support our Early Head Start program (ages 0-3) at our Pottstown Center.

Early Head Start Co-Teacher

This role partners with another Co-Teacher to create a nurturing, relationship-based classroom environment.

• Partner with a co-teacher to plan and implement lesson plans and activities
• Share responsibility for all aspects of the classroom, including care, active supervision, and learning experiences
• Provide responsive caregiving (feeding, diapering, sleep routines)
• Build strong relationships with children, families, and staff
• Observe and document children's development
• Maintain a safe, clean, and organized classroom environment

Qualifications

• Infant/Toddler Child Development Associate (CDA) credential (or willingness to earn it with a free course)
• 2+ years of experience working with children, infants and toddlers preferred
• Strong teamwork and flexibility
• Ability to keep information private
• Basic knowledge of childcare rules
• Must obtain all required clearances and complete a Health Assessment with TB screening prior to employment

Benefits

• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holidays)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer match
• Employee assistance program
• Childcare tuition discount
• Pet insurance discount

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