Part-Time Child Care Center Assistant Teacher

Germantown Academy We inspire students to be: Independent in Thought • Confident in Expression • Compassionate in Spirit • Collaborative in Action • Honorable in Deed Position Title: Part-Time Child Care Center Assistant Teacher Germantown Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory day school located on a beautiful 126-acre campus in the Fort Washington suburbs near Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. The school serves more than 1,200 students in grades PK-12. Founded in 1759, GA is America’s oldest non-sectarian day school with rich traditions and a strong commitment to ongoing innovation of curricular and pedagogical practices. Germantown Academy is committed to the work of equity and inclusion and believes that equal opportunity in all aspects of employment supports the mission of the school and the successful attainment of our strategic objectives. Candidates must exhibit an appreciation of, a sensitivity to, and a respect for a diverse academic environment, inclusive of students, faculty, and staff of varying socioeconomic, cultural, ideological and ethnic backgrounds. Position Purpose: The Child Care Center at Germantown Academy services children ages 6 weeks to 4 years. We are seeking qualified, experienced candidates for a part-time Assistant Teacher for up to 29 hours per week. Reporting to the Director of the Child Care Center, the Assistant Teacher will assist in classrooms as directed by the Lead Teacher. The ideal candidate will have flexibility within his or her schedule to work mornings or afternoons as needed. Key Responsibilities: 1.The Assistant Teacher will assist with morning and/or afternoon activities of the group under the guidance and direction of the Lead Teacher. 2.He or she is responsible for the health, safety and care of the children enrolled in the child care center, which includes but is not limited to feeding meals and snacks, potty training, changing diapers and any other bathroom needs, washing hands and faces to ensure the cleanliness of the children. 3.He or she will coordinate the activities and supervise teacher aides in the absence of the lead teacher. Qualifications: An Assistant Teacher must possess one of the following qualifications: 1.A high school diploma or a GED certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field; or 2.A high school diploma or a GED certificate including 600 or more hours of secondary training related to age and training; or 3.A high school diploma or GED certificate 15 hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and one year experience with children; or 4.A high school diploma or a GED certificate and completion or a post-secondary training curriculum described in section 3270(c) of the DPW handbook; or 5.A high school diploma or a GED certificate and two years of experience with children. In addition, an Assistant Teacher must be warm and enjoy working with young children. He or she must be willing to assist the children in all aspects of their personal care and hygiene, proper nutrition and interactions with other children. Working cooperatively with other members of the Child Care team is necessary for the well-being and safety of the children.