About the Role
SPIN is seeking a Teacher's Assistant for their Children Services Department. This role is crucial in supporting the development and well-being of young children within a highly-rated early learning program.
Responsibilities
- Engage children in activities and play that stimulates their development
- Supervise children appropriately while ensuring their safety at all times
- Assist children with daily living activities such as diapering, feeding, and dressing
- Facilitate daily activities that are developmentally appropriate for preschoolers
- Create and maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment for all children
- Establish a professional rapport with each family to provide quality care and friendly service
- Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing curriculum and planning daily activities
- Communicate with the Lead Teacher regarding children's care and classroom management
- Maintain a professional self-image and project organizational values
Requirements
- High School diploma/GED
- Experience working with young children
- Clear, pleasant, and courteous communication skills, both written and oral
- Ability to work independently and as an effective multi-disciplinary team member
Work Type
- Part-time
Education Level
- High School diploma/GED
- Child Development Associate or Early Childhood Education credits a plus
Benefits
- Full medical benefits for $5 per pay
- Free Dental & Vision coverage
- 40-hour employees earn 3 weeks PTO in their first year
- Retirement plan with biannual employer match
- Up to $500 yearly in Wellness plan rewards
- Longevity & referral bonuses
About the Company
- SPIN has been a local leader in supporting children and adults for 50 years.
- Named a Top Workplace for 11 consecutive years.
- SPIN’s Early Childhood Program has Keystone Star 4 Status, the highest achievement level for early learning programs in Pennsylvania.
Equal Opportunity
- SPIN is an equal opportunity employer.
- We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
- SPIN does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.
