Company: Hempfield Family Child Development Center
Contact: Andrew(717) 342-7978director@hfcdc.com
Hempfield Family Child Development Center
143 Stony Battery Rd, Landisville, PA 17538
Pay: $13.00 – $15.00 per hour
Job Type: Full-Time, Monday – Friday (Day shift scheduled between 6:30 AM – 5:30 PM)
About the Position
Hempfield Family Child Development Center (HFCDC) is seeking an Assistant Teacher to join our team. We operate an intentionally small, nature-focused, Reggio-inspired center featuring a certified Nature Explore outdoor classroom. Our curriculum emphasizes child-led investigation, cooperative play, and creative studio work over rigid lesson plans.
This role assists the lead teacher in managing daily classroom routines, supervising outdoor exploration, and supporting toddler development in a collaborative, low-ratio setting.
Compensation & Benefits
Hourly Wage: $13.00 – $15.00 per hour (based on education and credentials)
Schedule Flexibility: High schedule accommodation and liberal unpaid leave policies for students and personal commitments
Health & Wellness: Telehealth access, Health Reimbursement Program, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Time Off: 7 Paid holidays and 1 week paid time off (PTO) accrual. Overtime accrues additional PTO.
On-Site Meals: Meals and snacks provided daily during shifts
Professional Development: PA Keys tuition assistance and sponsorship for CDA completion, continuing education credits, and state certifications.
50% Employee Childcare Discount: Available for enrolled dependents
Responsibilities
Support lead educators in implementing play-based, outdoor, and studio learning experiences.
Supervise toddlers during outdoor classroom activities, meal times, rest periods, and transitions.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe environment aligned with state licensing guidelines.
Observe and engage with children to foster social-emotional development and autonomy.
Communicate effectively with lead staff and families regarding daily updates.
Requirements
Education: High school diploma or equivalent (Required).
Clearances: Ability to obtain required PA state clearances (Child Abuse, PA State Police Criminal Record, and FBI Fingerprinting) and a health physical.
Credentials: Ability to obtain CPR/First Aid, Mandated Reported, Fire Safety, and Basic Health and Safety certifications (sponsorship available upon hire).
Preferred Qualifications & Experience
Relevant Coursework: Completion of, or active enrollment in, Early Childhood Education coursework, certificate programs, or degree pathways (e.g., CTC secondary programs, HACC, or similar post-secondary coursework).
Experience: Prior formal center experience is welcome but not required; candidates with a baseline understanding of child development and a desire to learn are encouraged to apply.
To Apply
Please submit your resume through Indeed or email your resume directly to our administrative team at di******@***dc.com with your general weekday availability.