Top 737 Preschool Jobs in Philadelphia Pa

Certified PreK Counts Teacher
Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance —Philadelphia, PA
- $50,000 - $53,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- School experience
- Classroom
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Science Teacher, Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 5 (Bachelors Degree Required)
Plymouth Meeting Friends School —Plymouth Meeting, PA
- $35,000 - $45,000 a year
- Part-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- 3 years
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
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Passionate Child Care Teacher
CREME DE LA CREME —Mount Laurel, NJ
- $16.35 - $17.40 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- High school diploma or GED
- First Aid Certification
- Paid training
- Health savings account
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Early Childhood Education Lead Teacher - Head Start
Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance —Philadelphia, PA
- $45,000 - $48,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Bachelor of Science
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Lead Infant Teacher
The Discovery Preschools —Warrington, PA
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Dental insurance
- 401(k)
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PHL Preschool Assistant Teacher
Prodigy Learning Center —Philadelphia, PA
- $20 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Basic math
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Infant, Toddler, Preschool Teacher
The Learning Experience —West Chester, PA
- $18 - $25 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- CPR Certification
- Management
- Health insurance
- 401(k)
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Lead Pre-K Teacher
LAND OF LEARNING CHILD CARE INC —Philadelphia, PA
- From $17 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
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Pre-K Teacher
Camden Prep, Inc. —Camden, NJ
- $56,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Math
- Bachelor's degree
- Health savings account
- Paid holidays
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Pre-Kindergarten Teacher
The Children's School at Saint John's —Bala-Cynwyd, PA
- $34,000 - $42,000 a year
- Full-time
- Childcare
- Preschool
- Bachelor's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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PreK Counts Teacher
Play & Learn —Fort Washington, PA
- $45,000 - $51,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Bachelor of Science
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Preschool Lead Teacher
UNITED METHODIST CHILDREN'S CE —West Chester, PA
- From $3,100 a month
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Preschool
- Paid time off
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Early Learning Centers - Pre-K Teacher
KenCrest Services —Philadelphia, PA
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
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Preschool Teacher
Play & Learn —Abington, PA
- $21 - $24 an hour
- Full-time
- School experience
- Classroom
- Childcare
- 403(b) matching
- Paid holidays
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Preschool Lead Teacher - Valley Forge
The Malvern School —King of Prussia, PA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Preschool
- 1 year
- Paid training
- Paid holidays
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Preschool Teacher
Beanstalk Preschool —Philadelphia, PA
- $19 - $21 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- Computer literacy
- Preschool
- Tuition reimbursement
- Paid time off
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Early Learning Centers - All Educational Roles!
KenCrest Services —Philadelphia, PA
- $15.81 - $30.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Teaching Certification
- Preschool
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
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Lead Teacher PreK
COMMUNITY CONCERN 13 INC —Philadelphia, PA
- $40,000 - $45,000 a year
- Full-time
- Classroom
- Management
- Computer literacy
- 401(k)
- Paid time off
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Preschool Assistant Teacher (ECE)
Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance —Philadelphia, PA
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Full-time
- Background check
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Teacher
Frankies World Foundation —Philadelphia, PA
- $18 an hour
- Part-time
- Classroom
- Childcare
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Certified PreK Counts Teacher

Greater Philadelphia Community Alliance -
Philadelphia, PA

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Job Details

Full-time
$50,000 - $53,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
403(b)
Retirement plan

Qualifications

School experience
Mandated Reporter Training (MRT)
Classroom management
Bachelor's degree in early childhood education
Bachelor's degree
Teaching assessments
Classroom experience
Lesson planning
Instructional materials development
Teaching experience with young children
Classroom Teaching
Student engagement classroom management
Teaching
Parent-teacher conferences (communication methods)
Learning activities preparation
Student assessment
First aid and CPR

Full Job Description

Position Summary:

The Lead Teacher is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the assigned classroom, including the supervision of children, paraprofessionals, and volunteers. This role ensures the delivery of high-quality early childhood education by creating a safe, nurturing, and developmentally appropriate learning environment. The Lead Teacher is also responsible for lesson planning, child assessments, maintaining compliance with regulatory standards, and fostering strong relationships with families and staff.

Key Responsibilities:

Actively engage with children to support their physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development
Plan, implement, and evaluate developmentally appropriate lesson plans and classroom activities
Manage daily classroom operations, including supervision of staff, volunteers, and children
Maintain compliance with standards set by regulatory and accrediting bodies (e.g., Department of Human Services, NAEYC, Keystone STARS)
Maintain accurate documentation, including anecdotal records, lesson plans, assessments, and incident/accident reports
Ensure classroom is clean, organized, safe, and conducive to learning
Communicate regularly and professionally with parents/guardians regarding student progress, concerns, and daily activities
Conduct parent-teacher conferences and participate in meetings regarding child development and planning
Support individualized plans (e.g., IEPs, IPPs, L.A.P.) and maintain proper documentation
Supervise and mentor paraprofessionals within the classroom
Maintain attendance records, meal documentation, and required reporting forms
Coordinate classroom schedules, including staff responsibilities and breaks
Report concerns, needs, and updates to Center Management in a timely manner
Participate in home visits when applicable
Perform additional duties as assigned by Center Management

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree (BA or BS) in Early Childhood Education (ECE) required

Experience:

Minimum of two (2) years of experience teaching young children
Experience in classroom management, lesson planning, and child assessment
Experience working in regulated early childhood environments preferred

Skills & Competencies:

Strong knowledge of child development and early learning practices
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage a classroom and supervise staff effectively
Strong organizational and documentation skills
Ability to build relationships with children, families, and staff
Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization and with external partners

Preferred Qualifications:

Valid Pennsylvania Instructional Certification Level II (Pre-K–4) preferred
Experience with Keystone STARS, NAEYC accreditation, or similar quality frameworks

Certifications & Requirements:

Valid PA Instructional Level I or Level II Certification (Pre-K–4)
Proof of passing PreK–4 PECT exam (Modules 1–3)
Required clearances: criminal background, child abuse, FBI fingerprinting, TB test, and health certificate

Completion of required trainings:

Health & Safety
Mandated Reporter
CPR & First Aid
Fire Safety
24 PQAS hours per school year

Working Conditions:

Classroom-based environment with frequent interaction with young children. May require occasional lifting of children and classroom materials. Responsibilities may extend beyond the physical classroom setting (e.g., home visits, meetings).

Physical Demands:

Ability to lift children and classroom materials, sit on the floor, bend, and move actively throughout the classroom as needed.

Additional Application Requirements:

Must successfully pass required background checks prior to employment
Verification of education, certification, and work experience required
Submission of cover letter, resume, and two (2) professional references

Benefits:

Competitive salary commensurate with experience

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Generous PTO and holidays

403(b) retirement plan with employer contribution

Professional development support

Equal Opportunity Statement:

GPCA is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Acknowledgement:

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required.

Statement:

All positions are contingent upon the successful completion and passing of required background checks and a health assessment prior to employment.

Pay: $50,000.00 - $53,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Health insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

Must successfully pass required background checks prior to employment
Verification of education, certification, and work experience required
Submission of cover letter, resume, and two (2) professional references

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

teaching young children: 2 years (Required)
Keystone STARS, NAEYC accreditation: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Pennsylvania Instructional Certification Level II (Pre-K–4) (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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