Pre-K Assistant Teacher – CDA, Full-Time with Benefits

Ywcahbg; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 31,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Health Coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Life Insurance

Short & Long-Term Disability

Pension Retirement Plan

403(b) Retirement Plan

Generous Paid Time Off

11 Paid Holidays

Job summary

The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking an Assistant Teacher for our Pre-K Counts program. The Assistant Teacher assists the Lead Teacher in managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom.

In addition, the Assistant Teacher provides high quality childcare through safe and attentive supervision which includes the implementation of approved lesson plans and age-appropriate activities throughout the day as planned by the Lead Teacher.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher in early childhood education.
• Must have Child Development Associate (CDA) credential.
• Minimum of two (2) years experience working with diverse groups of young children.
• Thorough understanding of the principles of child development and preschool educational methods.
• Ability to be mentally alert and observant at all times when responsible for children.
• Ability to speak and read clearly to communicate with children.
• FBI, Child Abuse, and State Police Clearances.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct supervision of children in the assigned classroom.
• Maintain classroom according to DPW regulations and communicates effectively with the children and fellow staff to assure a positive and pleasant group atmosphere.
• Follow established emergency and accident procedures and provide an immediate response to quickly comfort children in distress.
• Communicate directly with the children, encouraging and guiding them in age-appropriate activities providing regular and meaningful interaction.
• Assist with attendance and other records as required.
• Attend trainings and maintain any and all certifications.

Education

Associates degree or higher in early childhood education

CDA credential

Job description

The YWCA Greater Harrisburg is seeking an Assistant Teacher for our Pre-K Counts program. The Assistant Teacher assists the Lead Teacher in managing the day-to-day operational activities of the classroom.

In addition, the Assistant Teacher provides high quality childcare through safe and attentive supervision which includes the implementation of approved lesson plans and age-appropriate activities throughout the day as planned by the Lead Teacher.