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Harrisburg Seasonal Assistant

CHS Harrisburg - Harrisburg, PA
Part-Time

The Harrisburg Seasonal Assistant is motivated by the opportunity to help children learn by supporting classroom activities. This individual is responsible for supporting the classroom teachers in implementing the daily program for children. The Seasonal Assistant is expected to encourage the social and emotional learning of children through engagement during group and individual learning experiences. The Seasonal Assistant reports to the Assistant Director with progress, updates, risks, and issues. This position is for college students pursuing a degree in Education. 

  • Dates: June 2 - August 8
  • Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM (40 hours per week)
  • Pay: $18.00 per hour
  • Location: Fully in-person at 1901 N 6th St, Harrisburg

Responsibilities:

  • Supporting the classroom teachers with the implementation of classroom lesson plans linked to child outcomes, program development, and classroom routines and schedules
  • Participating in classroom coaching cyclesEngaging with children to support development and learning
  • Supervising and providing a safe and nurturing environment for childrenRecognizing the needs of individual children and groups
  • Providing the appropriate social emotional and learning supports
  • Providing a safe and nurturing environment
  • Assisting children with self-help
  • Remaining compliant with all state licensing requirements as they pertain to health, safety, andprofessional requirements
  • Acting as a role model for child development
  • Maintaining confidentiality as it pertains to program, staff, and families

Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or GED required
  • Pursuing a degree in Education 
  • Ability to physically interact with children (e.g., talk, hear, stoop, kneel, crouch, etc.) and lift and or move items of up to 40 pounds
  • Ability to proactively identify problems and implement solutions
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities
  • Comfortability with technology including MS Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) and /or willingness to learn
  • Responsible, enthusiastic, and cares about working in a mission-focused organization
  • Willingness to be held accountable and receive feedback
  • Commitment to the mission and values of CHS and MHS and demonstrated high degree of integrity as all MHS and CHS staff are considered to be role models for children
  • U.S. work authorization and successful completion of pre-employment background checks and clearances

Who we are and what we’re looking for

At CHS, we are leaders passionate about early childhood education and community betterment. Our work is driven by the desire to endow children with the resources for educational and physical well-being, while supporting and empowering their families. We listen to the needs of our diverse community and adapt to give everyone a voice. We hold each-other accountable for bringing our best and most authentic selves to school every day, creating an environment of mutual respect.

We strive to build a team of individuals that is passionate about our mission, brings in new creative ideas, and loves their work. If this sounds like you, we look forward to seeing your application.

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About Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning

At Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning, we nurture children, support them in discovering their world, and help them grow to reach their fullest potential. We are passionate educators, caregivers, and role models dedicated to successful early childhood development. We believe that a rich and solid foundation, along with a nurturing and supportive environment, is critical to helping children grow. We focus on the whole child, helping them flourish in mind and body. And we set them on a path to become their strongest, brightest, and best selves in school and beyond.

Catherine Hershey’s dream was to provide children with a well-rounded education. That dream lives on in her name and is our mission at Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning.

While we urge you to apply through our website, if you have difficulty uploading your cover letter and resume, you can send the documents to [email protected].

If you are having trouble with any other aspect of the job listings or employment application, please call 717-803-3106 on Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET.

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