PHLpreK Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

Young Achievers Academy is a private, family oriented, and fun school like environment for Little People where we NURTURE, EDUCATE, and DEVELOP our children. Our early childhood learning center is like no other in West Philadelphia. We have over 20 years of Early Childhood Education management and experience to help you enjoy teaching young children. Our parents and children love us for our strong presence and lovable hugs!

Find out what it is like to be a Young Achievers Academy teacher!

• Our teachers are valued!
• Our Director is onsite! You are always supported and encouraged
• We’re family! We grow together professionally. We are team players who love team building
• Every day is unique! You get the chance to create entertaining, creative, stimulating classrooms and activities that promote learning.
• You’re loved! Our little people and their families love their teachers

Want to be part of our awesome company? We are currently seeking a full time  PHLpreK Lead Teacher .

Performance Summary

Plans and facilitates daily activities for the children through use of the Creative Curriculum. Consistently provides developmentally appropriate and child centered activities that meet the physical, social and emotional, and intellectual needs of the children. Functions as a team leader and role model working with assistants and volunteers in the classroom. Must be capable of performing physical demands such as continuous standing, walking, and lifting above 10 pounds.

Primary duties and responsibilities
1. Must have a high energy level to meet the needs of small children
2. Interact positively with children, parents, and coworkers.
3. Plans, implements, and evaluates daily activities for children in their assigned groups.
4. Gives instruction to children regarding desirable health and personal habits.
5. Creates and maintains physical environment that promotes positive development.
6. Responsible for supervision and constructive utilization of materials.
7. Keeps appropriate records.
8. Maintains health and safety of children and environment.
9. Responds in a professional manner to all situations.
10. Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Requirements 

Associate’s Degree in ECE or related field

Benefits
1. Paid Holidays
2. PTO & Paid Sick Time
3. Sign on bonus
4. Referral bonus
5. Tuition Reimbursement
6. Paid Professional Development

7. AFLAC Short Term Disability

• We are an equal opportunity employer