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, Evening
Service Area: Behavioral Health
Program: Interim House West
FLSA 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/childrens 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 plans • Monitoring infants/children in the classroom and playground • Assisting with hygiene (handwashing), diapering/toileting, and nap time supervision • Assist with Parenting and Children Development time • Assist with Parenting • Provide daily/weekly parent feedback forms • Assist with parent-teacher night • Provide one-on-one parenting for new mothers • Assist with summer camp planning and implementation • Provide 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 GED
PHMC/IHW offers a competitive salary and an excellent benefit package
PHMC is an Equal Opportunity and E-Verify Employer