We are seeking a warm, energetic and innovative early childhood educator to join our Club Creative Aftercare program (2:30-6:30pm; ages 2-5) at PlayArts Creative Preschool (Our main location).

Salary/Hourly Range: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Job Type: Part-time, 20 hrs/week

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist Lead Teacher with prepping materials for classroom lessons & activities

• Support students’ growth & development (physical, cognitive, social/emotional)

• Ensure a safe environment for all children

• Collaborate with teachers to plan lessons for Sensory Time and Gym Class

• Assist with potty training duties for children ages 2.5-3 yrs as necessary

• Maintain consistent communication with teachers and supervisors through team-wide platforms (ie. slack, email, etc.)

• Maintain consistent communication with parents (in-person and digitally)

• Attend weekly team meetings, Professional Development days, and some additional community meetings scheduled outside school hours

• Maintain a clean and orderly classroom and playspace

• Assist with cleaning, sanitizing and closing duties of the facility

Role Requirements:

• Minimum HS diploma or GED; College degree preferred, Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance, Misic, Theater or Art preferred, Bachelor in Art History preferred

• 1-2 years classroom experience, depending on degree

• Experience in Dance or Art Instruction in an early childhood setting preferred

• Arts experience in one or two areas preferred but not required

• Must have PA State Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse Clearance, NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry), and FBI Clearance (Fingerprinting) prior to start

• Must have Building Blocks (Health & Safety), Mandated Reporter (Child Abuse), and Fire Safety training prior to start

• Pediatric 1st Aid & CPR training required within 90 days of start date

• Must be able to lift at least 40 lbs

• Potty Training (and diaper changing) experience preferred

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Passionate for Early Childhood Education

• Enjoys caring for the overall wellbeing of children

• Background in child development

We are looking for candidates that are flexible, creative and collaborative team players that believe in our mission and core values. Classroom experience required and child care experience preferred.

To Apply:

Send resume and THREE reference contacts (name, email/phone, and title) to both mar.playarts@gmail.com

PlayArts is seeking qualified Philadelphia educators and education students to join our substitute teacher list.

Salary Range: $20 - $25 / hour

Schedule: Flexible and/or last-minute subbing based on staffing needs and individual availability

PlayArts Creative Preschool (ages 2.5-5yrs):

The Substitute Teacher (Group Supervisor & Assistant Group Supervisor) role is a part-time and occasional year-round position.

PlayLoud AfterSchool (K-5th grade):

Candidates must be patient, energetic, flexible, and have experience working with elementary school-age children. Teachers must demonstrate an eagerness and ability to take on leadership roles. Teachers are required to help set up rooms, supervise and engage in outdoor play with the children, and help facilitate after school arts activities in the area of their expertise.

Job Duties:

• Classroom management skills - ensuring a safe environment for children

• Communicating and collaborating with other PlayArts teachers and director/supervisor 

• Following procedures and adhere to lesson goals 

• Overseeing students outside of the classroom as well as hallways, bathrooms etc.

• Maintaining a clean and orderly classroom and playspace 

• Overseeing the normal classroom rhythms and activities

• Compiling a report for the teacher for when they return (optional)

• Co-Lead preschool in the classroom, PlaySpace, and off-site locations 

• Providing quality care and supervision for the children

• Responsible for the growth & development of preschool and school age children (physical, cognitive, social/emotional)

• Maintaining accurate adult:child ratios

• Regularly check and communicate through team-wide platforms (ie. slack, email, etc.) 

• Assisting with cleaning, sanitizing and closing duties in the classroom/facility

Role Requirements:

• AAS in Early Childhood Education preferred

• BA in Early Childhood Education, Education, or like field preferred, but not required with appropriate experience

• Will have to obtain or provide State clearances, FBI fingerprints, and background checks *prior to start date

• Will have to obtain or provide Mandated reporter training and TWO letters of references

• All costs for clearances and trainings will be reimbursed after 90 days of employment

• Arts or Education degrees preferred. Without an education-related degree, the following credits and experience is required:

(1)  A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.

    (2)  A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, including 600 or more hours of secondary training described in §  3270.31(c) (relating to age and training).

    (3)  A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate, 15 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 1 year of experience with children.

    (4)  A high school diploma or a general education development certificate and completion of a post-secondary training curriculum described in §  3270.31(c).

    (5)  A high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children (babysitting, camp counseling) or teaching experience is required.

To Apply:

Send resume and THREE reference contacts (name, email/phone, and title) to both mar.playarts@gmail.com (preschool) & schoolage.playarts@gmail.com (afterschool).

PlayArts is seeking teacher candidates to start in August 2024 in our school-age PlayLoud AfterSchool program. Our program takes places offsite in 3 locations in Fishtown: Adaire Elementary, Hackett Elementary, and Moffet Elementary.

Salary Range: $19 - $22 / hour

Schedule: Monday - Friday 2:30-6:15pm, and Monday 1:30-2:30pm

Average hours per week = 18-22

*First week of professional development and training August 18-22*

Job Duties:

• Co-teach Kinder-5th grade students during snack, playground, and gym time

• Leach teach in classrooms and arts lessons

• Plan, write, and edit arts lesson plans in your area of interest for various ages

• Support student behaviors, communicate with families, and collaborate with school personnel

Role Requirements:

• Candidates with backgrounds in General Education or Arts Education (Music, Theater, Movement, Writing) are strongly preferred!

• BA preferred, but not required with appropriate experience

• Music, Theater, Dance, Visual Arts, STEM, or Education background preferred. However, candidates with other arts or education experience are welcome to apply.

• Will have to obtain or provide State clearances, FBI fingerprints, CPR/AED training, and background checks prior to start date

• Will have to obtain or provide Mandated reporter training and TWO letters of references

• Arts or Education degrees preferred. Without an education-related degree, at least two full years child care (eg. babysitting, camp counseling) or teaching experience is required

• Ability to walk up stairs, carry backpacks and other teaching supplies, ability to attend to students while playing outdoors in various weather conditions (we hold a “no bad weather, only bad clothing” philosophy to encourage physical activity outdoors as much as possible)

Our Ideal Candidate:

Candidates must be patient, energetic, flexible, and have experience working with elementary school-age children. Teachers must demonstrate an eagerness and ability to take on leadership roles. Each day, teachers are required to help set up rooms, supervise and engage in outdoor play with the children, and help facilitate after school arts activities in the area of their expertise.

To Apply:

Send resume and THREE reference contacts (name, email/phone, and title) to schoolage.playarts@gmail.com

PlayArts is seeking an experienced and inspiring Center Director for our play-based, arts immersion preschool, PlayArts Creative. This is a full time, 12 month position.

Role Description: The Preschool Director will be responsible for daily operations, curriculum implementation and development, staff management, parent communication, and budgeting. The role requires strong leadership skills and the ability to create a nurturing and stimulating environment for young children.

Reports to: Director of Operations

Salary Range: $58,000 - $61,000 based on education and experience

Schedule: Monday - Friday

Job Duties:

Supervise, support and provide resources for a team of talented and dedicated Early Childhood teachers and arts instructors

Establish healthy, positive relationships with students and families through regular and consistent communication, parent meetings and family fun events

Collaborate and meet regularly with administrative team

Assist in developing and maintaining an annual program budget

Process applications and handle admission and enrollment paperwork, deposits and tuition payments for incoming students

Provide monthly info sessions for prospective families

Handle all necessary paperwork and related tasks to ensure compliance with OCDEL and PA State licensing requirements

Plan and implement high quality professional development (PD) for staff

Lead the center in achieving NAEYC and Keystone STARS accreditation within two to three years

Collaborate with administrative team to establish goals and develop programs and practices that align with PlayArts' Diversity and Inclusion plan

Teach and offer assistance in classrooms as needed

Assist staff in maintaining a clean and orderly facility

Maintain a joyful work environment and positive culture with staff

Role Qualifications:

Experience with The Creative Curriculum by Teaching Strategies

Experience maintaining state compliance and preparing for annual OCDEL licensing inspection

Manage invoices in Quickbooks

Experience in child development and early childhood education

Knowledge of kindergarten readiness and early childhood education standards

Strong budgeting and financial management skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to lead and manage a team

Familiarity with connecting families to Early Intervention resources

Experience facilitating professional development

Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education or related field

Experience relating to the Arts

Compensation:

This is a full-time position with an annual salary range of $58,000 - $61,000 based on education and experience

Two (2) weeks of Paid Time Off (PTO) plus some additional paid holidays and school

breaks (determined by the annual school calendar)

Paid training and professional development

50% company paid Medical, Vision and Dental plan

To Apply:

Please email resume and three references to Jessica Harron, Director of Operations at directorofoperations@playartsphilly.com.