Playful Co-Learning Early Childhood Assistant Teacher

Frankford Friends School; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Tuition remission for children at FFS

Free aftercare for Frankford Campus

Health care

Professional development

Retirement contribution match

10 days PTO

Vacation time

Job summary

Frankford Friends School seeks an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher for the Fishtown campus. The role partners with the Lead Teacher to observe, listen, and design environments that invite deeper exploration while nurturing curious, capable young learners.

The position emphasizes play-based learning, collaboration with families, and ongoing professional growth within a warm, inclusive Community School setting.

Qualifications

• Experience with young children in classroom, child care, or similar setting.
• Willingness to learn, reflect, and grow with children and colleagues.
• Interest in Reggio Emilia, play-based, and constructivist approaches.

Responsibilities

• Co-create and carry out an emergent, play-based curriculum with the Lead Teacher.
• Join children in play and investigation as a co-learner, asking open-ended questions.
• Facilitate small-group explorations and whole-group gatherings.
• Support daily routines, including arrival, snack, rest, and transitions.
• Encourage children to express ideas through multiple languages.
• Document observations to inform next steps and reflection.
• Engage with families and integrate Quaker values into classroom life.

Skills

Experience with young children

Interpersonal communication

Collaboration with teachers

Curiosity and reflective practice

Education

High School diploma

AAS in Early Childhood Education or CDA credential

Coursework in child development

Job description

Frankford Friends School seeks an Early Childhood Assistant Teacher for the Fishtown campus. The role partners with the Lead Teacher to observe, listen, and design environments that invite deeper exploration while nurturing curious, capable young learners.

The position emphasizes play-based learning, collaboration with families, and ongoing professional growth within a warm, inclusive Community School setting.