Benefits:

Vision insurance

401(k)

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Paid time off

Assistant Teacher

Lititz Christian School is a Christ-centered, family-oriented environment where teachers and staff are valued, supported, and equipped to educate and care for the children entrusted to us. The Assistant Teacher provides consistent support across classrooms, stepping in where needed to maintain ratios, smooth daily operations, and a nurturing, engaging learning environment. This role partners closely with Lead Teachers and Administration to ensure continuity of care and excellence in programming.

Expectations

Ensure the safety and well-being of each child by responding to emotional, social, physical, and educational needs

Provide warm, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate care

Serve as a positive Christian role model for children, families, and coworkers

Follow all DHS licensing regulations and accreditation standards

Utilize developmentally appropriate practice and best-practice methods

Provide excellent customer service and maintain professionalism at all times

Adhere to the NAEYC Code of Ethical Conduct’s Statement of Commitment

Responsibilities and Duties

Provide classroom coverage and support in multiple classrooms as assigned

Assist the Director and Lead Teachers with supervision and engagement of children

Maintain required teacher-to-child ratios at all times

Supervise children and ensure safety in classroom, playground, and all program areas

Assist children with activities of daily living (restroom use, handwashing, meals, rest time)

Engage children in play and learning experiences that promote development

Assist the Lead Teacher in planning and implementing developmentally appropriate activities

Support child observations, screenings, assessments, and parent conferences as requested

Create and maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming classroom environment

Communicate professionally and positively with parents daily

Complete required documentation including attendance, daily reports, and BrightWheel entries

Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and occasional family/school events

Communicate regularly with the Lead Teacher and Administration regarding classroom needs

Maintain a professional self-image and reflect the values of Lititz Christian School at all times

An Assistant Teacher must:

Have a high school diploma or equivalent education plus 2 years of documented childcare experience OR meet one of the following: Current CDA Certificate (or actively working toward a CDA or Associate Degree in Early Childhood Education with approved Temporary Waiver from ACSI) or Associate or Bachelor Degree in a related field

Have a minimum of 2,500 documented childcare hours (or equivalent education coursework completed)

Maintain current background clearances (FBI fingerprinting, PA State Police Criminal Record Check, Child Abuse Clearance, and NSOR)

Maintain current Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Mandated Reporter certification

Complete a TB test and physical upon hire and every two years thereafter

Complete all training required by DHS, ACSI, and Keystone STARS

Be mentally and physically capable of supervising and caring for children independently in a classroom setting

Be able to kneel, bend, squat, lift, push, pull, and carry children up to 50 lbs

Demonstrate strong work ethic, punctuality, and reliability

Have dependable transportation

Be available to work assigned hours to maintain ratio (until 5:30 PM if needed)

Benefits:

Generous pay

Positive & Upbeat work environment

Paid Trainings

Paid Tuition Reimbursement through the TEACH program.