The Early Childhood Assistant Teacher is responsible for assisting with the daily program under the direction of the Lead Classroom Teacher. The Early Childhood Assistant Teacher is flexible and committed to a continuous process for professional growth and a collegial member of the Early Childhood Center and of the FFS faculty and staff.

Reports to: Director of Early Childhood Center

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assist the lead teacher in planning and implementing a creative, engaging and stimulating
  classroom program;
• Work with children in small and large groups, and work one-on-one with students;
• Promote high expectations, demonstrate a caring attitude, and establish an environment
  that supports social, emotional, and academic development in students;
• Direct all parental inquiries to the Lead Teacher;
• Be available for individual meetings at the direction of the Lead Teacher;
• Use positive and productive techniques for improving student behavior;
• Help with maintaining classroom materials and general housekeeping tasks;
• Diaper changing and fostering toilet independence;
• Integrate the Quaker testimonies of peace, simplicity, integrity, community and stewardship into the curriculum and when interacting with community members.

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:

• experience with young children;
• excellent interpersonal and verbal skills;
• the ability to establish cooperative working relationships with faculty, staff, students, and parents;
• strong organizational skills;
• a comfort and excitement about working with children from diverse backgrounds;
• a high level of interest in collaboration;
• enthusiasm and passion for the school’s mission, culture and values;
• an understanding and commitment to living the Quaker testimonies of peace, simplicity, integrity, community and stewardship;
• ability to be adaptive, reflective, resilient, and flexible in work situations.

Educational Requirements:

• High School diploma; AAS or BA/BS/MA in Early Childhood Education preferred

Physical Requirements and Work Environment:

• This position requires significant flexibility and the capacity to work in a variety of settings: office, classroom, community meeting spaces, outdoors, etc. It may require the ability to sit, stand, walk up and down up to three flights of stairs and through the campus, for the entirety of the school day and to occasionally lift up to 35 lbs.
• The Early Childhood Teacher encounters a wide variety of challenges and deadlines and works
  with a varied and diverse array of contacts. They must be able to work in an environment that can be highly stressful at times and be willing to be flexible as needed.
• Be able to pass all criminal record checks, background checks, and child abuse clearances.

Employment Type:

• Non-Exempt | Full-time, 12 month

Hours:

• On campus hours between 8:30 and 5:30 on all school days.

Wage Range and Benefits:

• Salary is commensurate with experience: salary range: $38,000-$46,000
• Benefits to include: paid parental leave; tuition remission and free after care for children who attend FFS (Frankford Campus); health care; professional development; 5% match on retirement contributions; 10 days PTO; 10 days vacation.

Candidates should send a cover letter and resume to hiring@frankfordfriends.org and complete an application.

This description is subject to change by Frankford Friends School as the needs and requirements of the position change.

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.

Candidates must be legally allowed to work in the United States. The School will not assist with acquiring documentation.

Candidates must be able to pass criminal record and child abuse background checks.

About Frankford Friends School

Frankford Friends School is an independent, Quaker, day school in Philadelphia serving 250 students in preschool through 8th grade. Rooted in the practice of Quaker values, Frankford Friends School nurtures the mind and spirit of every student in our diverse community. Our students and graduates let their lives speak in the pursuit of lifelong learning, commitment to social justice, and service to their communities.

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