Part-time Afternoon Preschool Teacher

Part-time Afternoon Preschool Teacher

30 Oct 2024
Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, 19113 Philadelphia USA

Part-time Afternoon Preschool Teacher

Progressive parent-run cooperative preschool in West Philadelphia seeks an aftercare teacher to engage students ages 2-6 in play-based and experiential learning. Teachers at our school create opportunities for child-focused and child-led discoveries in learning that support students’ social, emotional, and academic development. We ask our teachers to contribute to a life-learning cooperative environment, considering and working with the needs of the community, parents, students and other staff. Competitive hourly rate commensurate with experience, along with monthly health stipend and generous paid days off.

Ideal Candidate:

has significant prior experience working with children ages 2-6 (required)

has experience working in a group educational setting, such as a school, daycare, summer camp, classes/workshops (required)

has a degree in early childhood education (preferred)

has experience and/or knowledge of special education

has demonstrated knowledge of early childhood development

is creative, patient, playful, and compassionate

has experience and/or knowledge from working within or as a member of cooperatives

has experience or interest in leading exploration for young children in nature and/or the arts

Teacher responsibilities include:

ensuring the physical safety of students

attending to the needs of our youngest students, including diapering and assistance with dressing

developing/planning and/or following curriculum scope and sequence

using positive discipline and teaching developmentally appropriate conflict resolution skills

attending monthly meetings after school or in the evening

working as a cooperative team member on the teaching team

communicating regularly with the parents/guardians of students

creating a respectful environment that honors and celebrates the individuality of all students.

writing student assessments and facilitating parent-teacher conferences

Additional Requirement

Candidates must have current PA Child Abuse clearances, PA Criminal Background Check and FBI Fingerprinting.

Details:

Candidates must be available Monday - Friday from 1pm-6pm

Candidates must be willing to work in a collaborative, co-teaching model.

How to apply:

Look over our website to learn more about our school: westphillycoopschool.com

Please send a resume and cover letter and any questions to wpcs.personnel email.

In your cover letter please specify your earliest availability and if you have your current clearances.

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