Assistant Teacher - Early Childhood program

Job Description

Job Description

CORA Services is a dynamic and growing not for profit organization in Philadelphia. For more than 50 years, CORA has served children and families experiencing 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.

CORA Services is seeking an Assistant Teacher to work in our Early Childhood program located in the Fox Chase section of Northeast Philadelphia.

This is a full-time, 12-month position and the schedule is Monday - Friday from 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM working with our 3-5 year old children.

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

HOURS: 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

All CORA team members are expected to uphold the mission, vision and values of CORA Services which includes valuing all individuals and supporting each individual’s potential for growth

In addition, as an Assistant Teacher your duties will include:

• 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.
• Ensure 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

CORA Offers:

• 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)
• An outstanding, inclusive work environment

CORA Services Inc. provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.