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Assistant Teacher/ aide position

Joy Garden Creative Center

Location: 525 Philadelphia Ave, Reading, PA 19607
Type: Full-Time, Non-Remote, Part-Time
Posted on: August 5, 2026
We are looking for an Assistant Teacher who will provide a loving and caring environment for children. The candidate selected must be responsible, reliable, dependable, flexible, patient, coachable, and have an energetic and positive personality. This person will be dedicated and love to provide an authentic educational experience for every child through our play-based curriculum . Full-time: assistant teacher:35hours-40hours Part time : assistant teacher :morning (7:30am-12:30pm) or afternoon aide : high school student(at least 18years old): 2:30pm;5:15pm (flexible schedule during winter, spring break, and summer ) Essential Skills and Requirements: *High school diploma (or At least 18years old with a work permit.) * Two years of experience working with children (Preferred) *Patience, love, and ability to interact with children * Must be willing to have a background check completed before working. Specialized Knowledge, Skills & Abilities : Positively interact with all students. Create a safe learning environment that is conducive to learning. Ability to collaborate with other teachers and school staff. Must possess strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to maintain a flexible work schedule. Ability to maintain a professional appearance. Additional Abilities/Work Environment: Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds. Frequent periods of standing, stooping, bending, and occasional running. Maintain a clean and tidy classroom consistent with health and safety standards other duties as assigned by management Job Description: *Providing a safe and secure environment with proper supervision *Providing documentation of positive developmental outcomes for students *Maintaining positive relations and communications with families and the program staff *Sharing responsibilities with other classroom assistants, aides, and volunteers. *Adapts classroom activities, assignments, and/or materials under the direction of the supervising teacher for the purpose of supporting and reinforcing classroom objectives as well as providing an opportunity for all students to participate in classroom activities. *Attends meetings and in-service presentations for the purpose of acquiring and/or conveying information relative to job functions. *Aiding the primary teachers with helping the students work towards their independent academic goals. Monitoring that the student is making progress and promoting a success-oriented environment. *Promote a fun and enjoyable learning atmosphere, helping students regain their love for learning. *Supervise children during special area classes and lunch. *Performs additional duties as assigned. *Documents and records daily information about the student’s activities, lessons, behaviors, and general well-being. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time Pay: $13.00 - $14.00 per hour Expected hours: 15 – 40 per week Benefits: Flexible schedule Paid time off Tuition reimbursement Schedule: 4 hour shift 8 hour shift Day shift Monday to Friday Work Location: In person
Salary: $13 - $14 an hour
Employment Type: Part-time, Full-time
Qualifications
Benefits
Tuition reimbursement, Paid time off, Flexible schedule