Early Childhood Teacher

Salvaggio Academy, a small private school, is seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Childhood Classroom Teacher. This position will join our team caring for the children of SA employees who range in age from 6-weeks to 5-years old. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating educational environment in a mixed ages classroom. This role involves implementing age-appropriate activities, fostering social and emotional development and collaborating with other nursery staff to support each child’s growth.

Salvaggio Academy, located on the grounds of Cedar Crest College in Allentown, prides itself on its close-knit community, personalized attention, and commitment to fostering a love of learning.

What You’ll Do

• Implement play-based learning, hands-on activities and education experience for all age groups
• Manage up to 8 students from 6 weeks of age to 5 years old with a co-teacher
• Maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive classroom environment
• Establish and enforce classroom rules and routines that promote positive behavior and respect
• Foster a nurturing and supportive atmosphere that encourages social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development
• Promote positive interactions among children, helping them develop essential social skills
• Address and support the diverse needs of children, including those with special needs or developmental delays
• Change diapers as needed for all age groups
• Follow appropriate feeding schedules for all age groups
• Maintain open and effective communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns
• Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and support staff to create a cohesive and supportive educational community
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events as needed

What You’ll Need

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred (Candidates actively enrolled in an Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree program will be considered)
• Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills
• Mission driven mindset.
• Creative and innovative approach to teaching and learning
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to be flexible with schedule changes
• Ability to create a positive, loving, and engaging learning environment
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement

Preferred:

• Certification: Pennsylvania state teaching certification in Early Childhood Education is preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an early childhood setting is preferred

Physical Demands:

• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards
• Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.
• Ability to stand, sit, and move around the classroom for extended periods.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to application.accommodations@cai.io or (888) 824 – 8111.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

It is the policy of CAI not to discriminate against any employee or applicant due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment. Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement: If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or (888) 824 – 8111.

This email is only intended for candidates who need an accommodation or assistance completing the application or interview process and will not be reviewed by CAI’s talent acquisition team. All interested applicants who do not need an accommodation or assistance completing the application must apply on CAI’s career portal for consideration

EEO Statement: It is the policy of Computer Aid, Inc.(CAI) not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.

Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or because he or she is a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $32,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status?

Ability to Commute:

• Allentown, PA 18103 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Allentown, PA 18103: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $32,000