Part-time Assistant Teacher

BrightPath Early Learning & Child Care Career Center; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Job summary

Alphabet Academy in Philadelphia is seeking a part-time Teacher Assistant to support teachers and families, providing a safe, nurturing home-away-from-home for children from 6 weeks to 12 years, following NAEYC guidelines.

You will assist with in-class instruction, decorate classrooms, maintain a warm environment, engage children in activities, and communicate with parents about their child. No evenings or weekends. Competitive pay and benefits including childcare discount.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills.
• Ability to multitask and stay organized within operating hours.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years.
• Assist teachers with instruction in the classroom.
• Decorate inside and outside of classrooms as needed.
• Maintain a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.
• Interact with children to encourage their involvement in activities.
• Provide effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Communication with families

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Center: Alphabet Aquarium

Job Type: Part-Time

No evenings or weekends!

Build your career in the early childhood education field and become a valued member of our team at Alphabet Academy! As a proud member of BrightPath Kids and Busy Bees global childcare community, we offer exceptional opportunities for your career to thrive. Join our diverse community of over 5,000 dedicated employees, and experience competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount. With our rapid growth, now is the perfect time to apply and shape an extraordinary future with us. Unleash your potential and join Alphabet Academy today!

What will you be doing?

As a Teacher Assistant, you will work side-by-side with teachers and families to provide a home away from home for children in our care, according to NAEYC guidelines. Responsibilities include:

• Ensuring the safety and supervision of children ages 6 weeks – 12 years.


• Assisting teachers with instruction in the classroom.


• Decorating inside and outside of classrooms as needed.


• Maintaining a warm and safe environment that is clean and permits children to grow and explore.


• Interacting with children to encourage their involvement in activities.


• Providing effective communication with parents/guardians about their child.

Top Reasons to join Alphabet Academy:

• We will support your long-term career goals by offering opportunities for professional development.


• Full-time staff are given 9 paid holidays.


• Full-time staff are offered health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and $10,000 of company-paid life insurance.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required


• Strong customer service skills


• Ability to multitask and remain organized


• Ability to work within regular operating hours


• Must meet state criteria for child care employment