Assistant Classroom Teacher – Head Start and Pre-K Counts

Job overview

The Assistant Classroom Teacher – Head Start and Pre-K Counts role is onsite in Allentown, PA. The posting lists pay starting at $17.58 per hour. Community Services for Children works to prepare young children and their families to succeed in learning and life. The assistant teacher supports lead teachers in caring for preschool-aged children and preparing learning activities. The role helps maintain a safe learning environment, supports children’s daily needs, and works with families to contribute to a positive educational experience.

What you'll do

• Provide daily care in accordance with program regulations
• help prepare learning materials and written lesson plans for children ages 3–5
• help maintain a safe, clean learning environment and serve meals
• accompany bus drivers to support children’s safety
• collaborate with parents
• and perform other duties assigned by the lead teacher.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

assistant classroom teacher

head start

pre-k counts

community services for children

allentown pa

full-time

early childhood education

preschool

classroom support

monday–friday

$17.58/hr

paid leave

401(k)

cda support

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Low-cost benefit plans
• paid sick, personal, and holiday leave
• agency-sponsored 401(k)
• 6–8 weeks off over summer for part-year roles
• CDA cost coverage and support
• and a $500 net incentive after probation.

Why this role

The organization covers the cost of earning a Child Development Associate credential and supports staff through the process; the credential or an associate degree in early childhood education must be obtained within two years of hire.

About the employer

Community Services for Children is hiring for this role. Industry: Child and Youth Services. Sector: 62.