Part-Time Temporary Teacher's Aide, Penn Children's Center

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Part‑Time Temporary Teacher's Aide, Penn Children's Center

Temporary Employee - Non‑Exempt

This position is a key member of our large team and as a member of the team is responsible for supporting the basic philosophy of Penn Children's Center: "Learning through Play."

• Assist the teaching staff, in any manner required, in order to foster the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of each child.
• Enable and assist the teaching staff in guiding, and supervising children 12 weeks to 5 years in accordance with NAEYC, Keystone Stars, and DHS guidelines.
• Assist teaching staff in carrying out daily activities and lesson plans according to the High Scope curriculum.
• Arrange and maintain educational materials and equipment.
• Operate, and participate, in an environment that is grounded in respect and believes in the "art of the possible" and the "power of positivity."

• A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate is highly preferred. In the absence of a high school diploma or general educational development certificate a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.
• Strong communication, collaboration and nurturing skills.
• Evidence of initiative and adaptability to change.
• Flexibility to work during Center operating hours as required to ensure appropriate service provision and to meet licensing ratio (i.e. normally between 7:30am-6:00pm).
• Experience working directly with families.
• Skills in language, art, music or drama highly regarded.
• The ability to maintain a positive attitude and demeanor, even when things don't go well.
• A comprehensive background check will be undertaken for this position.

The Penn Children's Center is for children ages three months to five years. Located on the University campus, the Center is administered by the Division of Business Services. Enrollment in the Penn Children's Center is open to all members of the University and surrounding communities with preference given to faculty, staff and students of the University. More information about Penn Children's Center (PCC) is available at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Business Services

Salary offers are made based on the candidate’s qualifications, experience, skills, and education as they directly relate to the requirements of the position, and in alignment with salary ranges based on external market data for the job’s level. Internal organization and peer data at Penn are also considered.

The University of Pennsylvania is an equal opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, creed, national origin (including shared ancestry or ethnic characteristics), citizenship status, age, disability, veteran status or any class protected under applicable federal, state or local law.

A background check may be required after a conditional job offer is made. Consideration of the background check will be tailored to the requirements of the job.

• Health and Life:
  Penn offers comprehensive medical, prescription, behavioral health, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits to protect you and your family’s health and welfare.
• Retirement:
  Penn offers generous retirement plans to help you save for your future. Penn’s Basic, Matching, and Supplemental retirement plans allow you to save for retirement on a pre‑tax or Roth basis. Choose from a wide variety of investment options through TIAA and Vanguard.

Please note that benefit eligibility is determined/based on ACA guidelines.