Compass Business Solutions, Inc. · 2 months ago
Assistant Teacher
Pittsburgh, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$18.25/hr - $20/hr
2+ years expCompass Business Solutions, Inc. is a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing the lives of children, families, and communities. They are seeking an Assistant Teacher to assist the Lead Teacher in implementing engaging lesson plans and fostering a positive learning environment for young learners during their after-school hours.
ConsultingHuman ResourcesSmall and Medium Businesses
Responsibilities
Support Instructional Delivery: Assist the Lead Teacher in implementing engaging lesson plans that align with early learning standards, individual child goals, and MYDC’s mission to empower young learners
Facilitate Learning: Support daily classroom instruction through whole-group, small-group, and individualized activities that nurture curiosity, creativity, and a love of learning
Foster a Positive Learning Environment: Promote a safe, inclusive, and developmentally appropriate classroom where every child feels valued, respected, and supported
Prepare and Organize Learning Spaces: Assist in creating and maintaining inviting learning centers and educational materials that encourage exploration and hands-on discovery
Model Positive Behavior: Demonstrate and reinforce pro-social behaviors, classroom expectations, and social-emotional learning strategies to help children build empathy, self-regulation, and cooperation
Engage in Meaningful Play: Facilitate play-based learning experiences that promote foundational skills in literacy, numeracy, problem-solving, and critical thinking
Ensure Child Safety and Supervision: Supervise children actively and attentively in all settings—including classrooms, playgrounds, field trips, and during transitions—to maintain a safe and nurturing environment
Support Daily Care Routines: Assist with serving meals and snacks in accordance with health, nutrition, and safety protocols
Maintain Accurate Records: Support documentation efforts by recording attendance, developmental observations, and other required data in compliance with DHS and Pre-K Counts standards
Collaborate with Families and Staff: Partner with families, colleagues, and leadership to foster open communication and consistency in children’s care and learning experiences
Uphold Health and Safety Standards: Maintain a clean, organized, and well-prepared classroom environment that meets regulatory and programmatic guidelines
Engage in Professional Growth: Participate in required trainings, professional development, and credentialing opportunities to support continuous improvement and quality enhancement
Provide Classroom Leadership as Needed: Assume instructional responsibilities and classroom management duties in the absence of the Lead Teacher to ensure continuity of care and learning
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in early childhood education, Child Development, or a related field required
Obtain and maintain current clearances (PA Child Abuse, Criminal Background, FBI Fingerprint)
Current Pediatric CPR and First Aid certification required or willingness to obtain within 30 days of employment
Completion of mandated reporter training
Knowledge of Early Childhood Development: Demonstrates a strong understanding of child development principles, early learning standards, and best practices in early education
Instructional Support Skills: Capable of assisting in lesson planning, classroom implementation, and ongoing observation and assessment of children's progress
Technical Proficiency: Comfortable using Google Workspace (Docs, Drive, Slides, Gmail) and other digital tools to support classroom documentation, communication, and collaboration
Collaboration and Communication: Exhibits excellent interpersonal, organizational, and teamwork skills with the ability to build positive relationships with children, families, and colleagues
Cultural Responsiveness and Inclusion: Committed to MYDC's mission of nurturing lifelong learners through equitable, inclusive, and culturally responsive early education
Professionalism and Reliability: Demonstrates dependability, adaptability, and a proactive approach to supporting classroom needs and program goals
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree preferred
Certification: Pennsylvania Early Childhood Education Certification (Pre-K–4) preferred or the ability to obtain certification within one year
Experience: Minimum of two years of experience working in an early childhood setting. Experience supporting curriculum development and classroom management strongly preferred
Company
Compass Business Solutions, Inc.
At Compass, we maximize organizational performance through a wide variety of programs designed to empower the backbone of any organization — its people.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Alisa Spector Angelo
Chief Executive Officer
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