ECE Teacher Assistant

The Salvation Army; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 17,729 - 25,251; Part time

Job summary

An international non-profit organization in Philadelphia is seeking a part-time Early Childhood Education Center Teacher's Assistant to support the development and success of children. The role requires a high school diploma with relevant child education experience and a passion for nurturing children's needs in a safe environment. Candidates must possess effective communication skills and be prepared to undergo necessary training. This position honors The Salvation Army’s mission of serving without discrimination.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate and 15 credit hours plus 1 year experience in early childhood education.
• At least 18 years of age with a minimum of one year on-the-job training in a nurturing environment.
• Thorough knowledge of normal child development and early childhood education.

Responsibilities

• Provide extra assistance to plan, implement, and assess the success of ECEC children.
• Utilize the curriculum for lesson planning while ensuring a healthy and safe environment.
• Engage in positive parent/child/staff relationships and maintain records to ensure standards of excellence.

Job description

Location/Dept. The Salvation Army Kroc Center - Philadelphia, PA

Availability: Immediate

Schedule: Part Time (up to 29 hours per week)

Reporting Relationship: ECEC Supervisor/ECEC Director

Salary: $15.60 per hour

The Early Childhood Education Center Teacher’s Assistant (ECECTA) will provide extra assistance to plan, implement and assess the long term success of the ECEC children. The Teacher’s Assistant will utilize the curriculum collaboratively as a foundation for lesson planning and assure there is healthy and safe environment for the children and families served. The Teacher’s Assistant will engage in positive and professional parent/child/staff relationships. This position is required to keep records and complete reports which ensure the standards of excellence are maintained. They will participate and maintain professional development and attend staff training. Perform related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• A high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate and 15 credit hours plus 1 year experience OR 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.
• A high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate, including a minimum of 600 hours of post‑secondary training in secondary training described in the state standards relating to age and training.
• A high school diploma or equivalent GED certificate and 2 years’ experience with children.

Additional Qualifications

At least 18 years of age.

A minimum of one year on-the-job training in providing a nurturing indoor/outdoor environment meeting the child’s out-of-home needs.

One year (plus) of experience under qualified supervision working as a teacher serving the ages and developmental abilities of the children in care.

Thorough knowledge of normal child development and early childhood education, as well as knowledge of indicators that a child is not developing typically.

The ability to respond appropriately to children’s needs in addition to the ability to recognize signs of illness and safety/ injury hazards and respond with prevention interventions.

Required Training During Onboarding

• Pediatric First Aid and CPR
• Mandated Reporter within 30 days with recurrent training every 5 years

Meets the Child Protection Clearances required by PA Act 153 to include PA Child Abuse History Clearance, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check and National Sex Offender Registry.

Must possess understanding of and appreciation for the Mission of The Salvation Army and the RJKCCC.

This position requires effective oral and written communication skills. Sound judgment and emotional maturity are requisites.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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The Salvation Army’s Mission Statement

The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

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