Teacher's Aide

PHMC serves as both a direct service provider to individuals, families, and communities across the region and as an intermediary agent - managing large-scale contracts, government and philanthropic partnerships, and multidisciplinary initiatives that require operational sophistication, strategic leadership, and deep mission alignment.Days & Hours per week:Monday to Friday, Day Shift, EveningService Area: Behavioral HealthProgram: Interim House WestFLSA Classification:Non-Exempt. This position is classified as a salaried non-exempt position in accordance with FLSA standards.Job Overview:The teacher's aide is an integral part of the children's team and is responsible for supporting the teacher by facilitating a safe, productive classroom/nursery environment where infants/children's educational/ child development needs are met. The primary responsibility of a teacher's aide is to support the lead teacher by supervising young children, assisting with activities, and ensuring a safe and nurturing environment.IHW is an evidence-based/ supported holistic substance use program for pregnant and parenting women with up to 3 children. IHW is in the Parkside section of Philadelphia. The program has the capacity to serve 22 women and up to 45 children ( ages 0 to 12) at any given time.IHW serves women who suffer from addiction and/or trauma related disorder; many are referred from the criminal justice system.Responsibilities:Implementing daily, age-appropriate activities.Supporting classroom weekly lesson plansMonitor infants/children in the classroom and playgroundAssisting with hygiene ( handwashing), diapering/toileting, and nap time supervision.Assist with Parenting and Children Development timeAssist with ParentingProvide daily/weekly parent feedback formsAssist with parent-teacher night.Provide one-on-one parenting for new mothers.Assist with summer camp planning and implementationProvide feedback in children's team meetings.Safety:maintaining a clean, organized, and secure classroom.Experience:1 year of prior experience in childcare, babysitting, or daycare.Education Requirement:High School Diploma or GEDPHMC/IHW offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefit packagePHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer.Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws.