"Assistant Teacher, Penn Children's Center"

Assistant Teacher, Penn Children's Center

Job Description Summary

The Assistant Teacher is a key member of the Penn Children's Center teaching team and is responsible for supporting the Center's core philosophy of "Learning through Play." This role works collaboratively with Lead Teachers and colleagues to foster the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of children ages 12 weeks to five years. The Assistant Teacher supports daily classroom operations, curriculum implementation, family communication, and compliance with all applicable early childhood education standards.

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Teach, guide, and supervise children ages 12 weeks to five years in accordance with NAEYC, Keystone STARS, and DHS regulations and guidelines.
• Assist Lead Teachers in developing, planning, and implementing daily activities and lesson plans.
• Arrange, organize, and maintain educational materials, classroom environments, and equipment.
• Document daily activities, maintain accurate classroom records, and prepare required reports.
• Communicate regularly with parents through daily updates, monthly newsletters, timely emails, and meetings as needed.
• Maintain a Professional Development Record and complete all required training and credentialing mandates.
• Assume full classroom responsibilities in the absence of the Lead Teacher.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support classroom and Center operations.

Qualifications:

• Associate's degree or two-year college equivalent and 3-5 years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
• Bachelor's degree in early childhood education or a related field highly preferred.
• Solid understanding of early childhood development and working knowledge of early childhood education standards.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and nurturing skills.
• Demonstrated initiative, adaptability, and commitment to continuous professional development.
• Flexibility to work during Center operating hours (typically 7:30 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.) to meet licensing ratios and operational needs.
• Skills or experience in language, art, music, or drama highly valued.
• Ability to work across multiple age groups, including infant, toddler, and preschool classrooms.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions:

• Occasional lifting of 25-50 pounds.
• Frequent standing or walking.
• Intermittent sitting, standing, stooping, bending, crouching, and kneeling.

Background Check Requirement:

A comprehensive post-offer, pre-employment background check is required for this position. Periodic background checks may also be conducted during employment in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.

About Penn Children's Center:

Penn Children's Center provides high-quality early childhood education for children ages three months to five years. Located on the University of Pennsylvania campus, PCC serves the University and surrounding communities through a developmentally appropriate, play-based approach that supports lifelong learning and growth.

Learn more: https://business-services.upenn.edu/childcare

Job Location - City, State

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Department / School

Business Services

Pay Range

Salary offers are made based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job's level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

To apply, visit https://wd1.myworkdaysite.com/en-US/recruiting/upenn/careers-at-penn/job/Left-Bank-Penn-Childrens-Center/Assistant-Teacher--Penn-Children-s-Center_JR00115739