Preschool Assistant Teacher: Nurture Young Learners

Chslearn; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 27,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

CHS is seeking an Assistant Teacher in Harrisburg, PA to support daily classroom activities alongside Lead and Associate Teachers. You will help implement lesson plans, encourage social and emotional learning, and foster a safe, nurturing environment for children aged birth to five.

The role requires a High School Diploma with CDA potential or equivalent, up to 1 year experience, and US work authorization; proficiency with MS Office is helpful.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with the ability to obtain CDA within two years or CDA-equivalent (12 college credits in ECE).
• CDA Accreditation preferred.
• Up to 1 year experience with children birth-5 years.
• US work authorization and background checks required.
• Comfortable using MS Office and willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Support Lead and Associate Teacher with lesson plans and routines.
• Participate in classroom coaching cycles.
• Engage with children to support development and learning.
• Maintain a safe and nurturing environment for children.
• Complete program documentation and reports timely to the Lead Teacher.
• Communicate with families through program-approved channels.
• Assist with attendance and meal participation reporting.
• Adhere to health, safety, and licensing requirements.

Skills

Engaging children

Team collaboration

Adaptability

Observation skills

Education

High School Diploma/CDA eligible

CDA Accreditation (preferred)

PA ECE Career Pathway Level A/B

Birth-5 years experience (1 year)

Tools

MS Office Suite

Job description

CHS is seeking an Assistant Teacher in Harrisburg, PA to support daily classroom activities alongside Lead and Associate Teachers. You will help implement lesson plans, encourage social and emotional learning, and foster a safe, nurturing environment for children aged birth to five.

The role requires a High School Diploma with CDA potential or equivalent, up to 1 year experience, and US work authorization; proficiency with MS Office is helpful.