Early Childhood Classroom Teacher

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Employment Type

Worksite Flexibility

Job Summary

Job Description

Salvaggio Academy, a small private school, is seeking a dedicated and passionate Early Childhood Classroom Teacher. This position will join our team caring for the children of SA employees who range in age from 6-weeks to 5-years old. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating a nurturing and stimulating educational environment in a mixed ages classroom. This role involves implementing age-appropriate activities, fostering social and emotional development and collaborating with other nursery staff to support each child's growth.

Salvaggio Academy, located on the grounds of Cedar Crest College in Allentown, prides itself on its close-knit community, personalized attention, and commitment to fostering a love of learning.

This is a part-time job. Candidates must be available to work Monday and Friday 8am - 4pm and half day on Tuesday.

What You'll Do

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  Implement play-based learning, hands-on activities and education experience for all age groups

  
  


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  Manage up to 8 students from 6 weeks of age to 5 years old with a co-teacher

  
  


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  Maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive classroom environment

  
  


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  Establish and enforce classroom rules and routines that promote positive behavior and respect

  
  


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  Foster a nurturing and supportive atmosphere that encourages social, emotional, cognitive, and physical development

  
  


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  Promote positive interactions among children, helping them develop essential social skills

  
  


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  Address and support the diverse needs of children, including those with special needs or developmental delays

  
  


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  Change diapers as needed for all age groups

  
  


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  Follow appropriate feeding schedules for all age groups

  
  


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  Maintain open and effective communication with parents, providing regular updates on their child's progress and addressing any concerns

  
  


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  Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and support staff to create a cohesive and supportive educational community

  
  


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  Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and school events as needed

  
  

What You'll Need

Required:

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  Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or a related field is preferred (Candidates actively enrolled in an Associate's or Bachelor's degree program will be considered)

  
  


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  Strong understanding of child development principles and best practices in early childhood education

  
  


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  Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills

  
  


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  Mission driven mindset.

  
  


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  Creative and innovative approach to teaching and learning

  
  


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  Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team

  
  


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  Ability to be flexible with schedule changes

  
  


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  Ability to create a positive, loving, and engaging learning environment

  
  


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  Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement

  
  

Preferred:

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  Certification: Pennsylvania state teaching certification in Early Childhood Education is preferred

  
  


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  Minimum of 2 years of experience working in an early childhood setting is preferred

  
  

Physical Demands:

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  Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA and other federal, state and local standards

  
  


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  Ability to lift and carry up to 35 pounds.

  
  


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  Ability to stand, sit, and move around the classroom for extended periods.

  
  

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you require a reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre-employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employment selection process, please direct your inquiries to or 824 - 8111.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy Statement

It is the policy of CAI not to discriminate against any employee or applicant due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. It is also the policy of CAI to take affirmative action to employ and to advance in employment, all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment. Employees and applicants of CAI will not be subject to harassment due to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or being a protected veteran. Additionally, retaliation, including intimidation, threats, or coercion, because an employee or applicant has objected to discrimination, engaged or may engage in filing a complaint, assisted in a review, investigation, or hearing or have otherwise sought to obtain their legal rights under any Federal, State, or local EEO law is prohibited.