What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Preschool Teacher position at Frankford Friends School?
Position Overview :
FFS seeks an Assistant Preschool Teacher to assist with the daily program under the direction of the Lead Classroom Teacher. As part of the Early Childhood teaching team, the Assistant Teacher nurtures students' social, emotional, cognitive, and physical growth while fostering positive and collaborative relationships with families.
Reports to :
Director of Early Childhood Center
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Support the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing a creative, engaging, and stimulating classroom program.
Assist with activities for small groups, large groups, and one-on-one instruction to meet diverse student needs.
Foster a caring and supportive environment that promotes students' social, emotional, and academic development.
Direct all parental inquiries to the Lead Teacher and participate in meetings as requested.
Implement positive and effective strategies to encourage appropriate student behavior.
Assist in maintaining classroom materials and completing general housekeeping tasks.
Support students with diaper changing and potty training as needed.
Uphold and integrate Quaker values—peace, simplicity, integrity, community, and stewardship—into classroom activities and interactions with the school community.
Additional Knowledge, Skills, and Experience Required :
The successful candidate is a collegial and dedicated teacher who is well versed in their subject area, able to form excellent relationships with young children and has :
Ability to build cooperative and positive relationships with faculty, staff, students, and parents.
Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
Comfort and enthusiasm for working with children from diverse backgrounds.
A collaborative mindset and eagerness to work as part of a team.
Passion for the school’s mission, culture, and values.
Commitment to embracing and practicing Quaker testimonies of peace, simplicity, integrity, community, and stewardship.
Adaptability, resilience, and the ability to reflect and remain flexible in various work situations.
Educational Requirements :
High School diploma required; AAS in Early Childhood Education or BA / BS / MA in Early Childhood Education preferred
Physical Requirements and Work Environment :
Ability to work in various settings (classroom, outdoors, etc.).
Capable of navigating stairs, standing or walking for extended periods, and lifting up to 35 lbs.
Be able to pass all criminal record checks, background checks, and child abuse clearances.
FFS encourages its employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, subject to applicable laws and vaccine availability.
FFS provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or gender. In addition to federal law requirements, FFS complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.
Employment Type :
Exempt | Full-time, 12 month
Hours :
On campus hours between 7 : 45 and 4 : 15 on all school days
Wage and Benefits :
Competitive salary based on experience.
Benefits include : Paid parental leave
Tuition remission (after one year of employment) and free aftercare for FFS-enrolled children
Health care coverage
5% match on retirement contributions
Professional development opportunities
10 days PTO
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names and contact information of three references to hiring@frankfordfriends.org. Please include Preschool Teacher, Early Childhood Center in the subject line.
This description is subject to change by Frankford Friends School as the needs and requirements of the position change.
