Assistant Preschool Teacher - Early Childhood program

About the role

CORA Services is a dynamic and growing not-for-profit organization in Philadelphia. We have been serving children and families since 1970, focusing on emotional, academic, and social challenges that impact their development and productivity. Our mission is to empower children, young people, and families to thrive through quality and compassionate service.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing educational lesson plans based on developmentally appropriate practices and early learning standards, in conjunction with the OCDEL-approved curriculum.
• Participate in individual and group activities to actively engage children and encourage cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Adhere to schedules and routines to ensure adequate physical activity, rest, and playtime.
• Maintain a safe and healthy learning environment including maintaining appropriate hygiene and cleanliness standards and safety and security of children.
• Help to monitor growth and development of children based on established learning objectives using age-appropriate assessment tools.
• Establish positive relationships with parents and maintain frequent communication about student's growth and progress through informal discussions, progress reports, and parent-teacher conferences.
• Participate collaboratively and professionally with other teachers and staff to promote the general well-being of the Early Years program.
• Help with center-wide events, Food program, preparation for assessments and audits, etc.

Qualifications

• CDA required; AA in Early Childhood Education preferred.
• Minimum of two years documented experience working with an early childhood population.
• Passion and skill for working with children.
• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with children, colleagues, and families.
• Strong oral and written communication skills and basic computer skills.
• Understanding of child development.
• Familiarity with Keystone STARS standards and DHS regulations preferred.
• Infant/child CPR and First Aid Certification.
• - CORA will pay for certification if hired.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverages with a competitive company premium contribution (eligible 1st day of the month following date of hire).
• Company-paid life/AD&D and LTD coverages.
• Supplemental voluntary benefits including STD, accident, critical illness, etc.
• 403b retirement plan with generous company contribution after one year of service.
• Paid time off + paid agency holidays.
• Employee Assistant Program.
• Family Planning Benefits (including cash benefit to assist with IVF, egg freezing, adoption, or surrogacy).

Pay

Assistant Teacher Pay Rate: $15.51 with CDA or enrolled in BA ECE program + 2 years prior experience $15.97 with AA degree in Early Childhood Ed $16.43 with BA in ECE Rate Commensurate With Experience And Credentialing

Schedule

HOURS: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM