Preschool Assistant Teacher

Society Hill Synagogue Playschool is seeking a dynamic, warm, and experienced Assistant Teacher. The Assistant Teacher will work closely fellow lead teachers and Assistant Teachers from other classes to ensure the safety and well-being of all students and to support the academic and social-emotional growth and development of all children in their care.

This position’s schedule averages 25 hours per week during the regular work week. The hourly pay is commensurate with experience, and the compensation package includes paid vacation, paid holidays, and paid sick leave. Society Hill Synagogue employees may opt to participate in a retirement plan.

Visit www.societyhillsynagogue.org/playschool to learn more about our school. To apply, please send a resume to Megan Nachod, Playschool Director.

All applicants are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and to provide a copy of their vaccination card before their in-person interview.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures and maintains a healthy, safe, clean, and developmentally appropriate environment for children.
• Models and supports consistent expectations for behavior and procedures for conflict resolution.
• Attends to children’s physical needs, including feeding, dressing, diapering/toileting, and health and wellness as needed.
• Contributes to weekly lesson plans that are developed by the lead teacher in order to nurture and stimulate all domains of children’s development.
• Uses creative approaches that engage children, appeal to multiple intelligences, and acknowledge individual learning differences.
• Communicates and collaborates regularly with parents, in person and using a variety of media.
• Participates in staff meetings and professional development opportunities offered by Playschool.

QUALIFICATIONS

• B.A. preferred (Associate's required), preferably in Early Childhood Education or Elementary Education.
• A minimum of one year of teaching experience in a preschool or other work with children as young as 2 years old.
• A passion for early childhood education and commitment to progressive educational philosophy.
• A collaborative work style and strong communication skills.
• Familiarity with Jewish values, holidays, and customs is preferred but not required.
• Do you have a special skill or passion – a musical talent, a green thumb, interior decorating, a commitment to social action? In addition to your teaching background, we also want to know what makes you unique and how you can share it with our school!

ABOUT SOCIETY HILL SYNAGOGUE PLAYSCHOOL

Society Hill Synagogue Playschool is a welcoming, inclusive school for children ages 18 months-5 years old that embraces diversity in religion, ethnicity, race, and family structure. We have six classes and currently serve approximately 65 students and their families.

Our philosophy is child-centered and play-based. We believe that children learn through play in a safe and nurturing environment. We respect children as individuals and respond to their needs with compassion and dedication. Through planning and observation, our teachers and environment provide stimulating experiences designed to enrich the whole child, including social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and creative development.

We relish the opportunities for children to grow, socialize, and flourish in our indoor and outdoor spaces throughout the Paula Kline Learning Center, our historic synagogue building, and the natural environment in the beautiful Society Hill setting.

Society Hill Synagogue Playschool maintains an equitable personnel system. Personnel policies, procedures, and practices are designed to prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, disability, age, gender, or sexual orientation. Employment opportunities shall be provided for applicants with disabilities, and reasonable accommodation(s) shall be made to meet the physical or mental limitations of qualified applicants or employees.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $18.00 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• early childhood education teaching: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person