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Summer Preschool Aide

Job in Philadelphia, Philadelphia County, Pennsylvania, 19117, USA
Listing for: Manheim Township
Part Time, Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-02-12
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support, Early Childhood Education
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Preschool / Daycare, Child Development/Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 10000 - 60000 USD Yearly USD 10000.00 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Job Title:

Summer Preschool Aide

Department:
Parks and Recreation

Reports To:

Environmental Education Program Manager

Supervisory Responsibilities:

N/A

Classification:
Seasonal, Part-Time;
Non-exempt

Job Level: 3

Work Environment:
Outdoor nature setting. Landis Woods Park: 2369 Lititz Pike

Summary

The Summer Preschool Aide assists the Preschool Teacher, Assistant Teacher, and staff with the day-to-day operations of the program, including the supervision of the students and interaction with parents. Working hours for this position are Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday 8:30am-1pm for the duration of the 10-week program running June-August. Select mandatory training schedule will be provided by Recreation Department manager. This program takes place exclusively outdoors.

Essential

Functions
  • Assist the teaching staff with implementing curriculum in a way that is consistent with the unique needs of each child and incorporates elements of the natural world.
  • Create a safe, nurturing environment where children can play and learn in nature.
  • Support the program's success; partner with staff and leadership to achieve goals.
  • Cultivate positive relationships with nature while meeting the educational and developmental needs of the students.
  • Related Functions
  • A passion for the outdoors and teaching
  • Physical Requirements
  • Ability to talk, hear, and see.
  • Ability to stand, sit, and walk for extended periods of time and intermittently.
  • Ability to supervise students in multiple environments including in nature on trails, fields, and woodlands.
  • Skills
  • Working with children under the age of 5 in a classroom setting.
  • Abilities
  • Working with a variety personalities and skill levels.
  • Competencies
  • Willingness to obtain First Aid and CPR certification
  • Required legal background checks
  • Willingness to engage with parents and communicate about their student's growth and success.
  • Knowledge of English word usage, spelling, and punctuation.
  • Regularly Scheduled Hours
  • Tues, Wednesday, Thursday 8:30am-1:15pm for the duration of the 10 week program running June-August
  • Required

    Education and Experience
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D
  • 1 year of experience working with children.
  • Must be at least eighteen (18) years of age
  • Preferred

    Education and Experience
  • 1 year of experience working with children in an educational setting.
  • Graduate of an approved 4-year college or university with a PA Teaching certificate in Early Childhood Education.
  • Disclaimer

    This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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