Floating Early Childhood Assistant Teacher — 10am to 6pm

Paisboa; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Paisboa is seeking an Early Childhood Floating Assistant Teacher to support multiple Lead Teachers and the Aftercare program. The role operates 10:00am-6:00pm and starts August 28, 2026, assisting with daily activities, assessments, and learning environments.

You will help prepare materials, coordinate activities, and maintain classroom order while collaborating with staff and adhering to safety and inclusivity standards.

Qualifications

• A CDA and two years of experience working with children in childcare or a classroom; a bachelor's degree in education and/or early childhood education is preferred.
• Ability to support the implementation of curriculum and assessments and can utilize teaching methodologies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community.
• Familiarity with content, curriculum, methods, materials, and equipment for early childhood education.
• Ability to facilitate activities for children that encourage healthy growth.
• Knowledge of applicable safety procedures.
• Ability to provide a supportive and caring environment for children.
• Ability to exercise control and maintain classroom discipline.
• Knowledge of child development theory and practice.
• Comfortable with a team-based work structure; ability to demonstrate flexibility on the job.
• Demonstrates initiative, is conscientious, and provides complete follow-through on areas of responsibility.
• Demonstrates sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse backgrounds of community members, with a continuous focus on healthy relationship-building.
• Demonstrates enthusiasm for issues of diversity, inclusivity, and multiculturalism.
• Ability to adhere to the listed hours of 10:00am-6:00pm.
• If hired, a list of clearances and paperwork will need to be completed to comply with the State of Pennsylvania OCDEL. SCH will guide and assist with obtaining this paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Assists with teaching and/or implementation of daily activities and duties.
• Plans and prepares activities for the children who stay for aftercare.
• May coordinate daily activities and supervise aides in the absence of the lead teacher.
• Assists with administering appropriate assessments and recording results.
• Prepares materials and classroom environment as directed by the Director and lead teacher.
• Assists with and participates in all classroom activities, including but not limited to snack and mealtimes, recess, and choice time.
• Supports the rules of conduct and creates a warm and welcoming learning environment.
• Maintains order in the classroom and throughout common areas of the campus, including outside spaces such as the playground and garden.
• May counsel pupils when adjustment and academic problems arise.
• Discusses pupils' academic and behavioral attitudes and achievements with the lead classroom teacher and participates in parent conferences.
• May assist with classroom record-keeping and home communication.
• May assist with field trips.
• Collaborates with the classroom Lead Teachers and all departments and offices as required or requested.
• Assists with organizing meals and snacks for children.
• Diaper changing of infants and toddlers, as well as toilet training support, as needed.
• Attends work and arrives/departs work at the appropriate times as determined by the immediate supervisor.
• Assumes other job-related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Skills

CDA

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Team player

Curriculum implementation

Education

CDA and 2 years experience in childcare

Bachelor's degree in Education / Early Childhood Education (preferred)

Job description

Paisboa is seeking an Early Childhood Floating Assistant Teacher to support multiple Lead Teachers and the Aftercare program. The role operates 10:00am-6:00pm and starts August 28, 2026, assisting with daily activities, assessments, and learning environments.

You will help prepare materials, coordinate activities, and maintain classroom order while collaborating with staff and adhering to safety and inclusivity standards.