Preschool Assistant Teacher

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

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits

Training & development

Career growth

Job summary

Chesterbrook Academy in Philadelphia is seeking a caring Preschool Assistant Teacher to support our twos program with discovery, independence, and a love of learning. You will guide young learners through hands-on activities that foster language development and social growth in a nurturing classroom.

Responsibilities include creating engaging activities, maintaining consistent routines, building strong families through daily communication, and collaborating with co-teachers to uphold a

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Available to work 3-6 PM, Monday - Friday.
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Authorization to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, age-appropriate lessons and activities that support each child’s development.
• Foster social-emotional growth by modeling kindness, patience, and problem-solving.
• Maintain consistent routines that help toddlers feel secure as they grow more independent.
• Build meaningful relationships with families through daily communication and collaboration.
• Partner with your co-teachers and school leaders to uphold a supportive classroom culture.

Education

CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education

Job description

Chesterbrook Academy is seeking a caring, creative, and enthusiastic Preschool Assistant Teacher to join our early childhood education team! Our twos program is all about discovery, independence, and building the foundation for a lifetime love of learning.

As a Preschool Assistant Teacher, you’ll guide curious little learners through hands‑on experiences that encourage exploration, language development, and social growth — all within a nurturing, safe, and fun classroom environment.

What You’ll Do

• Create engaging, age‑appropriate lessons and activities that support each child’s development.
• Foster social‑emotional growth by modeling kindness, patience, and problem‑solving.
• Maintain consistent routines that help toddlers feel secure as they grow more independent.
• Build meaningful relationships with families through daily communication and collaboration.
• Partner with your co‑teachers and school leaders to uphold a supportive classroom culture.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old and meet state licensing requirements.
• CDA or degree in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Must be available to work 3-6 PM, Monday - Friday
• Prior experience in a licensed childcare center.
• Positive attitude, dependable work ethic, and passion for helping children learn through play and exploration.

• Authorization to work in the United States

Why Join Chesterbrook Academy

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Supportive team environment with room to grow into future leadership roles.
• A rewarding opportunity to shape young minds and inspire the next generation of learners.

If you’re ready to bring creativity, care, and enthusiasm to our twos classroom—and to help us continue developing the best schools and educators in America—