Teacher, Penn Children's Center

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Teacher, Penn Children’s Center

Teacher, Children’s Center

The Teacher is a key member of the Penn Children’s Center (PCC) team and is responsible for supporting the Center’s educational philosophy of learning through play. This role fosters a safe, nurturing, and engaging environment that supports the cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development of young children.

• Plan and implement developmentally appropriate curriculum and daily classroom activities.
• Foster each child’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development.
• Prepare monthly classroom newsletters and maintain consistent parent communication.
• Conduct parent‑teacher conferences at least twice per year using the Center’s designated assessment tools.
• Maintain accurate daily logs, student records, and required documentation.
• Arrange, maintain, and rotate educational materials and classroom equipment.
• Respond promptly and professionally to parent questions or concerns.
• Train and supervise part‑time classroom support staff.
• Coordinate classroom staffing to ensure licensing ratios and high‑quality care.
• Maintain a Professional Development Record and complete all required training mandates.
• Promote an inclusive, respectful environment that values diversity and collaboration.
• Model professionalism grounded in positivity, respect, and teamwork.

• Bachelor’s degree in Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Family Studies, Early Childhood Special Education, or Elementary Education plus 3–5 years of experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Bachelor’s degree outside the early childhood field must include:
  At least 3 years of experience in a NAEYC‑accredited program, or At least 3 years of experience in a non‑accredited program plus 30 hours of relevant training within the past 3 years.
• Strong knowledge of early childhood development and education standards.
• Demonstrated ability to supervise, lead, and develop classroom staff.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and relationship‑building skills.
• Experience working with a diverse population of children and families.
• Commitment to professional growth and continuous learning.
• Flexibility to work during Center operating hours (typically between 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.) to meet licensing ratios.
• Skills in language, art, music, and drama are highly valued.
• Successful completion of a comprehensive background check is required.

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