Part-Time Child Care Assistant Teacher

Alphabet Academy; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 17,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Childcare discount

Paid training

Job summary

Alphabet Academy, Center: Alphabet Station, in Philadelphia, is hiring a Part-Time Teacher Assistant to support teachers and families. You will help provide a home away from home for children aged 6 weeks to 12 years, assist with instruction, supervise activities, and maintain a welcoming, safe classroom and clear parent communication. No evenings or weekends.

Paid training is provided on all procedures. We offer competitive pay and benefits, including a childcare discount and opportunities for

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Multitasking

Organizational skills

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Center: Alphabet Station

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.

No classroom experience? That's okay – we provide paid training on all classroom procedures!

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